DIGITAL CURRENCY GROUP
FTX Seeks Court Approval to Sell $175M Genesis Claim Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
FTX has filed a motion in Delaware court to sell a $175 million claim against bankrupt Genesis Global Capital, aiming to optimize returns from the sale. The move is part of FTX's broader strategy to manage its financial recovery post-collapse, with the proposed sales procedure designed to ensure maximum value from the claim amidst Genesis's ongoing legal and financial challenges.
DCG Completes Payment of Short-Term Debts to Dissolved Crypto Lender Genesis
Digital Currency Group paid up all short-term loans to Genesis, a previous bitcoin lending platform, as promised. DCG repaid $700 million in 2023 despite crypto sector woes. Genesis filed for bankruptcy in early 2023 after a withdrawal halt due to obligations of over $3.5 billion to its principal creditors. The bitcoin market is changing significantly with this development.
Barry Silbert Resigns from Grayscale Investments Board Amidst Industry Challenges
Grayscale Investments has announced the resignation of Barry Silbert from its board of directors, following a challenging period in the crypto industry. The company has been advocating for the conversion of the world's largest Bitcoin trust into an ETF. The departures come amid legal battles involving Digital Currency Group.
Genesis Capital's Settlement Disrupted by Creditors
Digital currency company Genesis Capital's settlement process has been disrupted by creditors, raising concerns about the timing of the process. Genesis' parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG), has filed a motion for mediation, citing renewed demands from creditors.
Digital Currency Group Reports Over $1 Billion Loss Due to 3AC Collapse
Digital Currency Group (DCG) has reported losses of over $1 billion in 2022, largely due to the collapse of Three Arrows Capital (3AC) and falling cryptocurrency prices. DCG's lending arm, Genesis, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January, as it was 3AC's largest creditor. DCG's fourth-quarter losses came to $24 million, while revenues came in at $143 million. Full-year revenues for DCG came in at $719 million, with total assets of $5.3 billion.
Digital Currency Group Sells Shares in Subsidiary's Crypto Funds
As the crypto empire struggles, Barry Silbert's Digital Currency Group has divested interests in Grayscale Investments funds.
Genesis creditor reveals new proposed restructuring plan that will see creditors getting back
DCG is giving its ownership investment in a Genesis trading firm to the insolvent crypto lender's worldwide parent company.
Committee Appointed to Represent Unsecured Creditors in Genesis Global bankruptcy
In the Genesis Global bankruptcy case, unsecured creditors have a seven-member committee.
DCG's subsidiary Genesis Capital slapped with new class
Genesis Capital, a DCG subsidiary, faces a class action lawsuit. Digital asset lending clients filed the complaint. Genesis violated securities laws by providing unregistered securities.
Bybit CEO clarifies company's exposure to Genesis
Bybit CEO confirms $150 million Genesis Global Trading exposure. The crypto community has moved on from FTX's bankruptcy to other loan businesses, some of which are suing parent company Digital Currency Group.
Genesis Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Genesis has estimated assets and liabilities of $1 billion to $10 billion. The company is considering a "dual track procedure" to sell, raise funds, or equitize. After FTX and other crypto-exchanges collapsed, the business halted withdrawals in November 2022. Genesis' parent firm DCG may sell part of its $500 million venture capital portfolio to cover its obligations.
Coindesk May Be Sold as Parent Company DCG Struggles
CoinDesk may sell. Digital Currency Group (DCG), its parent firm, looks to be struggling financially. DCG has received many bids over $200 million for the media group in recent months.
Three Top JPMorgan Executives Jump Ship to Crypto Startups
Three executives left JPMorgan for joining crypto startups, believing the industry would have a promising development.
Luno Floats Venture Capital Arm to Invest in Web3.0 & Fintech Startups
Luno, a digital currency platform owned by the Digital Currency Group (DCG) has launched Luno Expeditions, its Venture Capital (VC) outfit.
Digital Currency Group Announces $250M Share Buyback from Crypto Trusts
Digital Currency Group (DCG), the parent company of Grayscale Investments, has announced a new share buyback program projected to be worth $250 million.