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TFL Announces Bankruptcy Claims Deadline, Bullish For LUNC & USTC?
Terraform Labs, the firm behind Terra Classic (LUNC), has made a significant announcement regarding their Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases. The General Bar Date for filing claims has been set for August 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET. This deadline is crucial for creditors who have claims against TFL that arose before January 21, 2024, or against TLL that arose before July 1, 2024.
Further Details On Terra Bankruptcy Claims Deadline
Terraform Labs Pte. Ltd. and Terraform Labs Ltd. filed their voluntary cases under Chapter 11 on January 21, 2024, and July 1, 2024, respectively. Hence, the court’s order, issued on July 9, 2024, establishes the deadlines and procedures for filing claims. The bar dates set by the court include several key deadlines for Terra bankruptcy claims:
- August 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET: General Bar Date for all non-governmental claims.
- August 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET: Governmental Bar Date for claims against TFL.
- December 30, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET: Governmental Bar Date for claims against TLL.
- Amended Schedules Bar Date: 30 days from the date of an amendment or supplement to the Debtors’ schedules
- Rejection Damages Bar Date: 30 days following an order authorizing rejection of any executory contract or unexpired lease.
Moreover, Terra’s creditors are urged to file their proofs of claim using the appropriate forms and guidelines. These claims must be written in English, denominated in U.S. dollars as of the applicable petition date, and include specific details and supporting documentation.
The procedures for filing claims are outlined clearly: “Proofs of Claim must substantially conform to the Proof of Claim Form or the Official Form.” In addition, they must be submitted either electronically via the Epiq website or by mail to Epiq Corporate Restructuring, LLC.
The failure to timely file a proof of claim by the applicable Bar Date could result in significant consequences. According to Terra’s notice, if the claim holder fails to file proof of claims they “shall not be treated as a creditor with respect to such claim for the purposes of voting and distribution in the Chapter 11 Cases on account of such claim.”
Potential Impact On LUNC & USDT
This announcement has stirred various reactions within the crypto community. It particularly concerns those invested in Terra’s digital assets, LUNC and Terra USDT (USTC). Some see this as a pivotal moment that could potentially impact the future valuation and stability of these assets.
The recent announcement by Terra sets the stage for a bullish momentum for LUNC and USTC as it restores the network’s lost credibility. Moreover, Terra Luna Classic price neared the $0.000080 mark today. At press time, LUNC price surged 3.11% to $0.00007948 on Tuesday, July 16.
Also Read: SEC Explains Why Terra Luna Classic, MATIC & 3 Other Crypto Are Securities
Excluded Crypto Claims
One of the key aspects highlighted in the notice is the “Excluded Crypto Claims” exempt from the General Bar Date. This broad exclusion includes “any claim arising from or relating to the purchase, sale, or rescission of the purchase or sale, of digital assets issued, created, generated, minted, promoted by or otherwise associated with the Debtors and their affiliates, the Terra Ecosystem, or any decentralized or centralized application or protocol on the Terra Luna Classic and Terra Luna blockchains.”
The clear delineation of crypto-related claims and their separate handling underscores the complexities involved in the bankruptcy proceedings of blockchain companies. Moreover, it also highlights the unique nature of digital assets and the specific legal considerations they entail.
For those holding Excluded Crypto Claims, the notice advises vigilance and awareness of upcoming deadlines. In a post on X, Terraform Labs mentioned, “Please note that if you believe you have an Excluded Crypto Claim (as defined in the bar date notice linked below), the General Bar Date does not apply to your Excluded Crypto Claim, for which a later bar date will be established.”
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USDC issuer Circle is reportedly set to file its initial public offering (IPO) in April as part of the firm’s plans to finally go public. The stablecoin issuer is allegedly already working with top financial institutions to achieve this move.
Circle To File IPO In Late April
According to a Fortune report, Circle is looking to file its IPO in late April, although the listing period remains uncertain. The report noted that when a company files to go public, its shares usually begin trading four weeks later, indicating that the listing could occur in May. However, there is also a scenario where the IPO process could drag on for months.
The stablecoin issuer is reportedly working with investment banks JPMorgan Chase and Citi to achieve its long-anticipated IPO. The firm had previously tried to go public in 2021 under a SPAC arrangement with a shell company.
The US SEC failed to sign off on this arrangement back then, and the company eventually scrapped these IPO plans by the end of 2022 when the crypto exchange FTX collapsed and the broader crypto market experienced a downturn.
Revelation about Circle’s IPO plans comes just days after the stablecoin issuer partnered with NYSE’s parent company to explore USDC’s use in traditional finance (TradFi). Meanwhile, the USDC stablecoin recently launched in Japan following approval from the country’s regulator. Notably, USDC is the first and only global dollar stablecoin approved under Japan’s stablecoin framework.
An Easier Path Now For The Stablecoin Issuer
Circle will likely face less resistance for its IPO plans under the current SEC administration. Under acting Chair Mark Uyeda, the Commission has shown its willingness to work hand in hand with crypto firms, which was missing under Gary Gensler’s administration.
US SEC Chair nominee Paul Atkins has also shown his willingness to change the approach that Gensler’s administration adopted towards crypto firms. During his nomination hearing, the SEC Chair nominee promised to prioritize providing regulatory clarity for the industry.
Circle’s IPO listing would be the biggest since the top crypto exchange Coinbase went public in 2021. Interestingly, Coinbase owns an equity stake in the crypto firm.
The firm’s USDC is currently the second-largest stablecoin by market cap, only behind Tether’s USDT. The stablecoin industry is heating up as more financial institutions look to develop their own stablecoin.
Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial recently revealed plans to launch its USD1 stablecoin, while asset manager Fidelity is also considering doing so.
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Cryptocurrency investors in Japan are bracing for impact following a plan to reclassify digital assets as financial products. While the plan has elicited excitement from cryptocurrency enthusiasts in the Far East, the ambitious plan will have to scale several legislative hurdles.
Japan Targets Reclassification Of Cryptocurrencies As Financial Products
According to a report by Nikkei, Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is inching toward classifying cryptocurrencies as financial products. Per the report, the FSA intends to achieve the reclassification via an amendment to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.
Currently, digital assets in Japan are considered crypto assets conferred with property rights and seen as payment means. Under the FSA’s plans, cryptocurrencies in Japan will be treated as financial products in the same manner as traditional financial products.
The FSA says it will adopt a slow and steady approach toward the reclassification, carrying out “a private expert study group” to test the waters. If everything goes according to plan, the FSA will submit the amended bill to Parliament in early 2026.
The classification of cryptocurrencies as financial products will have far-reaching consequences for the local ecosystem. Experts say treating cryptocurrencies as financial products will bring Japan closer to a crypto ETF launch amid a changing regulatory landscape.
Furthermore, the move may lower current cryptocurrency taxation for local investors since existing capital market rules will apply to the asset class.
A Fresh Bill For Crypto Insider Trading Is Underway
Apart from the reclassification, the FSA disclosed plans for new legislation against insider trading. The move flows treating cryptocurrencies as financial products and will strengthen existing investor protection rules.
“It is a direction to establish a new insider trading regulation that prohibits trading based on unpublished internal information,” said the FSA. “We will develop laws to prevent unfair transactions.”
However, Japan’s cryptocurrency scene is heating up to a boil, driven by local and international players. Last week, stablecoin issuer Circle secured approval from the FSA for USDC with top exchanges set to list the stablecoin.
Japan’s Metaplanet has tapped Eric Trump to join its Strategic Board of Advisors as it continues to load up Bitcoin.
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In what is being dubbed a major development in the crypto regulation space, the Governor of the US state of Kentucky, Andy Beshear, has signed the ‘Bitcoin Rights’ bill into law. The law promises to safeguard protections for Bitcoin (BTC) users.
Bitcoin Rights Bill Comes Into Effect
Crypto regulations continue to evolve under pro-crypto US President Donald Trump’s administration. In the latest development, Kentucky has become the newest state to enshrine protections for digital asset users.
In an X post published on March 24, crypto advocacy group Satoshi Action Fund announced that Governor Beshear had signed the much-anticipated Bitcoin Rights bill into law. The post stated:
The right to self-custody, run a node, and use of digital assets is now protected for millions of Americans without fear of discrimination.
The bill was first introduced to the Kentucky House by Rep. Adam Bowling on February 19. According to the bill’s description, it seeks to safeguard users’ rights to use digital assets and self-custody wallets. Additionally, it aims to prohibit local zoning changes that discriminate against crypto mining operations.
The legislation outlines guidelines for running a digital asset node and excludes digital asset mining from money transmitter license requirements. It also clarifies that crypto mining or staking is not considered an offer or sale of securities.
On February 28, the bill passed Kentucky’s House of Representatives with a unanimous vote of all 91 representatives in favor. It later passed the Kentucky Senate on March 13, receiving backing from all 37 senators.
Kentucky’s proactive stance toward cryptocurrencies isn’t new. Earlier this year, the state became the 16th US state to introduce legislation seeking to create a Bitcoin strategic reserve.
Meanwhile, neighboring state Arizona is also joining the crypto movement. A recent X post by Bitcoin Laws revealed that Arizona’s House Rules Committee has passed two Bitcoin reserve bills — SB1373 and SB1025. These bills will now head to a full floor vote.
Renewed Optimism Under Trump Administration
Following Trump’s victory in the November presidential election, cryptocurrency regulations in the US are evolving rapidly, with many states introducing legislation aimed at strengthening their digital asset ecosystems and attracting crypto businesses.
Positive changes in crypto regulations are encouraging industry businesses to expand. For instance, leading crypto trading platform Coinbase recently announced plans to hire 1,000 employees in the US.
The Trump administration has also witnessed several lawsuits being dropped against major crypto entities, including Kraken, Coinbase, Gemini, and others. At press time, Bitcoin trades at $87,399, down 0.2% in the past 24 hours.
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