Description
Shin sues ICON Foundation for allegedly acting improperly by freezing his crypto-asset accounts after Shin exploited a flaw in its code.
Legal Significance
This case explores property rights in the context of blockchains and decentralized technology.
Status
Motion to Dismiss
Case No.
3:20-cv-07363
Date Filed
October 20, 2020
Plaintiff
Mark Shin
Defendant
ICON Foundation
Court
USDC Northern District of California
Plaintiff Counsel
Turner & Associates P.A.
Defendant Counsel
Manatt Phelps & Phillips LLPMorrison Cohen LLPFreedman Normand Friedland LLP
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