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Why Puerto Rico Can Be a Tax Haven for Crypto Enthusiasts, but Not Necessarily for Locals
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Why Puerto Rico Can Be a Tax Haven for Crypto Enthusiasts, but Not Necessarily for Locals
The U.S. territory of Puerto Rico has become a crypto paradise, thanks to tax breaks allowing some who live on the island for 183 days a year tax-free profits on their investm...
Why Puerto Rico Can Be a Tax Haven for Crypto Enthusiasts, but Not Necessarily for Locals
By CoinDesk Staff
Nov 17, 2022 at 11:14 p.m. UTC
Nov 17, 2022
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Could Puerto Rico be the Singapore of America?
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Could Puerto Rico be the Singapore of America?
Michael Terpin, founder & CEO of Transform Group, a leading crypto strategy firm in Puerto Rico, shares insights into the state of crypto on the island amid a resurgent growth...
Could Puerto Rico be the Singapore of America?
By CoinDesk Staff
Jan 12, 2022 at 9:22 p.m. UTC
Jan 12, 2022
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Coinbase-inspired Investor Network BitAngels on the Exchange's Nasdaq Listing
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Coinbase-inspired Investor Network BitAngels on the Exchange’s Nasdaq Listing
Michael Terpin of BitAngels, an angel network for crypto startups, gives his perspective on the Coinbase public listing and this turning point in crypto innovation. Plus, risk...
Coinbase-inspired Investor Network BitAngels on the Exchange's Nasdaq Listing
By CoinDesk Staff
Apr 14, 2021 at 5:19 p.m. UTC
Apr 14, 2021
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Judge Dismisses $200M Damages Claim in AT&T Crypto Hack Lawsuit
AT&T has won a motion to dismiss a $200 million punitive damages claim from Mike Terpin, who lost $24 million in crypto via SIM hack
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By Paddy Baker
Sep 9, 2020 at 2:12 p.m. UTC
Sep 9, 2020
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AT&T Files for Dismissal in $24M Phone Hack Case, Claims Crypto Exec Didn't Read Terms
Terpin claims he lost $24 million in crypto due to AT&T's negligence. The firm says he didn't read the company's policy documents.
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By Paddy Baker
Apr 1, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. UTC
Apr 1, 2020
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Crypto Investor's Case Against AT&T Over $24M SIM Hack Can Proceed, Judge Rules
AT&T's motion to dismiss Michael Terpin's case was largely dismissed by a California court on Monday.
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By Daniel Palmer
Feb 26, 2020 at 11:54 a.m. UTC
Feb 26, 2020
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Bittrex Target of Latest $1 Million Crypto SIM Hack Lawsuit
Gregg Bennett had never heard of SIM swapping before. Then, one night in April, he learned in the worst way one can.
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By Danny Nelson
Nov 4, 2019 at 2:30 a.m. UTC
Nov 4, 2019
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AT&T Responds to Crypto Exec's SIM Swap Suit: See You in Court
The loss highlights an obvious question for security experts, who wondered why an experienced crypto executive would keep such high sums online.
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By Danny Nelson
Oct 28, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. UTC
Oct 28, 2019
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Michael Terpin Urges FCC to Curb Crypto Fraud That Cost Him $24 Million
Terpin plans to distribute his letter to a major mobile industry conference.
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By Nate DiCamillo
Oct 21, 2019 at 11:00 p.m. UTC
Oct 21, 2019
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AT&T Sued for $224 Million After Phone Hackers Rob Crypto Investor
Michael Terpin is suing AT&T, claiming the company's failure to protect his cellphone data led to hackers stealing $24 million in cryptocurrencies.
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By Anna Baydakova
Aug 15, 2018 at 5:45 p.m. UTC
Aug 15, 2018
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