Crypto & Insolvency - Practical Problems & Latest Developments

Introduction

Cryptocurrency has experienced exponential growth over recent years as its adoption as an alternative to fiat currency becomes widespread.

However, with such rapid growth it has also experienced volatility.

Large cryptocurrency enterprises have suffered significant losses, putting the spotlight on how cryptoassets should be treated in a distressed scenario raising complex legal issues.

This webinar will explore the latest developments and technical issues in investigating and asset-tracing in crypto exchange insolvencies by reference to recent case law.

It will also look at practical problems arising from the recovery of crypto-assets including their status in law, freezing injunctions, information orders and the challenges cross-border insolvencies bring.

The webinar will examine recent English law and international developments in cryptocurrency regulation and private international law.

It is suitable for litigators, insolvency practitioners and anyone who is interested in the fast-moving area of crypto disputes.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Categorisation of digital assets
• Is cryptocurrency ‘property’?
• Locating and identifying crypto assets
• What legal tools are available to protect and recover assets domestically and internationally?
• Case law including contrasts between the English law approach and other jurisdictions
• The legal permutations arising from the recent collapse of a number of cryptocurrency funds including the approach to the recovery of cryptoassets
• The key takeaways from the UK Jurisdiction Taskforce April 2024 Statement on Digital Assets and English Insolvency Law
• Market trends/future outlooks

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Tuesday 4th February 2025

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