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Swiss prosecutors have frozen $26 million in crypto assets and fiat currency related to Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon, following a request from US authorities. The case highlights regulatory efforts to crack down on crypto-related scams and financial crimes, emphasizing the need for regulatory enforcement and justice in the growing crypto market.

The SEC disputes Terraform and Do Kwon’s motion to dismiss their lawsuit, arguing that the defense’s documents don’t support dismissal. Dentons, representing the defendants, insists USTC isn’t a security and highlights the regulatory gap in crypto asset classifications. A decision on the motion is expected by July 14th.

In an ongoing lawsuit filed by the SEC, law firm Dentons argues that Terraform Labs’ algorithmic stablecoin UST is not a security but designed for practical use. The legal team highlights the “regulatory gap” in defining crypto assets as securities, with the US Congress still developing regulatory frameworks for digital assets and stablecoin issuance.

Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon and former CFO Han Chang-joon may be released on bail for a second time following a Montenegro court ruling. Both are facing charges for attempting to leave Montenegro using forged travel documents and are also wanted in South Korea on fraud charges.

The Montenegro Basic Court approves bail for Terra co-founder Do Kwon and former CFO Han Chang-joon at 400,000 Euros each. They face charges of falsifying documents with implications for cryptocurrency businesses and call for stricter regulations in the industry.

Terra co-founder Do Kwon faces a passport forgery case in Montenegro and has hired law firm Dentons for legal defense. The US SEC has accused Terraform Labs of fraud and sale of unregistered securities, leading to eight charges against Kwon. This highlights the complex regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.