Former Crypto Influencer Ben Armstrong Arrested After Ripple Donation Controversy; SEC's Gensler Omits Ripple Lawsuit in Oversight Testimony

Bizarre BitBoy Arrest Former crypto influencer Ben Armstrong was arrested for loitering after being fired from HIT Network. He controversially asked for legal aid donations in XRP.
Ripple's US Offensive Despite its legal battle with the SEC, Ripple appointed a new US policy chief to strengthen regulatory compliance.
ETH's Gloomy Outlook Analysts predicted Ethereum downside after Vitalik Buterin transferred ETH to exchanges. Negative funding rates also signaled potential short liquidations.
SEC Oversight Hearing SEC Chair Gary Gensler told Congress he oversees crypto markets but did not mention Ripple's legal victory over the SEC.
Google Adds Blockchains Google Cloud enabled BigQuery access to 10 more blockchains including Polygon and Optimism, for more comprehensive data.

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8/23/2023

Ben Armstrong Takes a Closer Look at XRP Ledger

Prominent cryptocurrency figure Ben Armstrong shares a video update highlighting the importance of XRP, emphasizing its nature, functionality, transaction efficiency, community engagement, diverse use cases, and the clarity of its regulatory status in the US.

8/28/2023

BitBoy Crypto brand will no longer include YouTuber Ben Armstrong

Crypto influencer Ben Armstrong has been cut ties with by the parent company of "BitBoy Crypto" due to alleged substance abuse and financial damage to employees, following his involvement in a class-action lawsuit and controversial behavior towards high-profile figures.

8/28/2023

YouTuber Ben Armstrong Fired From Bitboy Crypto

Prominent crypto YouTuber Ben Armstrong has been fired from Bitboy Crypto for financial damage and substance abuse, according to an announcement made by the company.

9/12/2023

YouTuber Sues Hit Network CEOs for Alleged Company Takeover and Fraud

YouTuber Ben Armstrong, also known as "Bitboy," has filed a lawsuit against Hit Network CEO Timothy Shedd Jr. and his father for removing Armstrong from the media company he created, alleging theft of the company, fraud, and diversion of company funds for personal gain.

9/20/2023

YouTuber Ben Armstrong Denied Injunction Against Hit Network After Ouster As CEO Amid Accusations of Misconduct

Former Bitboy Crypto YouTube host Ben "Bitboy" Armstrong has been denied an emergency injunction in his lawsuit against Hit Network CEO TJ Shedd and his father by the Cobb County Superior Court in Georgia, with Armstrong now seeking funds for his legal defense after fans donated around $60,000 worth of Ethereum and Bitcoin within 24 hours.

9/26/2023

Crypto Influencer Arrested During Bizarre Livestream Outside Former Associate's Home

Crypto influencer Ben "BitBoy" Armstrong has been arrested after livestreaming outside the house of a former business partner, accusing him of having his stolen Lamborghini.

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Posted 9/29/2023, 2:00:00 PM

Former Crypto Influencer Ben Armstrong Arrested After Ripple Donation Controversy; SEC's Gensler Omits Ripple Lawsuit in Oversight Testimony

Bizarre BitBoy Arrest Former crypto influencer Ben Armstrong was arrested for loitering after being fired from HIT Network. He controversially asked for legal aid donations in XRP.
Ripple's US Offensive Despite its legal battle with the SEC, Ripple appointed a new US policy chief to strengthen regulatory compliance.
ETH's Gloomy Outlook Analysts predicted Ethereum downside after Vitalik Buterin transferred ETH to exchanges. Negative funding rates also signaled potential short liquidations.
SEC Oversight Hearing SEC Chair Gary Gensler told Congress he oversees crypto markets but did not mention Ripple's legal victory over the SEC.
Google Adds Blockchains Google Cloud enabled BigQuery access to 10 more blockchains including Polygon and Optimism, for more comprehensive data.

beincrypto.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/23/2023

Ben Armstrong Takes a Closer Look at XRP Ledger

8/28/2023

BitBoy Crypto brand will no longer include YouTuber Ben Armstrong

8/28/2023

YouTuber Ben Armstrong Fired From Bitboy Crypto

Prominent crypto YouTuber Ben Armstrong has been fired from Bitboy Crypto for financial damage and substance abuse, according to an announcement made by the company.

9/12/2023

YouTuber Sues Hit Network CEOs for Alleged Company Takeover and Fraud

9/20/2023

YouTuber Ben Armstrong Denied Injunction Against Hit Network After Ouster As CEO Amid Accusations of Misconduct

9/26/2023

Crypto Influencer Arrested During Bizarre Livestream Outside Former Associate's Home

Crypto influencer Ben "BitBoy" Armstrong has been arrested after livestreaming outside the house of a former business partner, accusing him of having his stolen Lamborghini.