Crypto Wallets Can ‘Directly Compete With Neobanks’ as Onchain Payment Tools Expand A growing set of crypto wallets and so-called Web3-native neobanks are positioning themselves as alternatives to traditional banking apps by combining fiat and crypto access with global payment capabilities, built primarily on blockchain infrastructure. Unlike conventional neobanks, which typically rely on partner banks…
Two UK-Registered Companies Moved $1B in Stablecoins for Iran: Report TRM Labs says two companies registered in the UK moved large volumes of stablecoins in activity tied to financing Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to findings included in the firm’s 2026 Crypto Crime Report. The report names Zedcex and Zedxion, which presented themselves…
**Georgia Appeals Court Upholds Child Molester’s Conviction** Georgia’s Court of Appeals on January 12, 2026, affirmed Kenneth Slappey’s conviction for child molestation and furnishing alcohol to a minor, rejecting his claims of evidentiary errors. The ruling reinforces strict standards for admitting “other acts” evidence and excluding impeachment videos, ensuring trials stay focused amid heinous accusations….
**Indiana Appeals Court Slaps Down Sneaky Child Support Dodge** Indiana’s Court of Appeals just torpedoed a mother’s bid to end child support by declaring her 18-year-old son emancipated after a guardianship lapsed—ruling no dice without proof the kid put himself on his own and supports himself. This sharp reversal underscores that parents can’t abandon their…
‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ Studio Says Next ‘Divinity’ RPG Won’t Use AI-Generated Art Larian Studios, the developer behind Baldur’s Gate 3, said its upcoming role-playing game set in the Divinity universe will not include generative AI art. The clarification came from studio head Swen Vincke in response to a fan question. In his statement, Vincke said,…
Ohio Court Slaps Down Sentencing Slip—Life Terms Reversed on Technicality. In a sharp rebuke to procedural sloppiness, Ohio’s Third District Court of Appeals has reversed life-without-parole sentences for convicted rapist David Holdcraft, ruling the trial court botched mandatory sex offender notifications. This isn’t about guilt—Holdcraft pled guilty to three counts of raping a child under…
Bakkt to Acquire Distributed Technologies Research in Stock-Based Transaction Bakkt Holdings Inc. said Monday it has agreed to acquire Distributed Technologies Research Ltd. (DTR) in a stock-based transaction, according to the company. Bakkt said the deal is aimed at expanding its stablecoin settlement and programmable payments capabilities, signaling a focus on payment infrastructure that can…
**Ohio Court Backs Health Board: Pole Barn Condemned as Rogue Dwelling** An Ohio appeals court slammed the door on homeowner Paul Deitz’s bid to overturn a condemnation order against his pole barn, ruling that local health officials rightfully cracked down on its illegal use as a residence. Deitz’s pro se challenge—alleging unconstitutional searches, bad faith,…
### Ohio Court Slams Door on Credit Card Debt Dodge An Ohio appeals court handed Capital One a clean win over debtor Aubrey Victory, affirming a $3,731 judgment on unpaid credit card debt while rejecting her barrage of procedural attacks. This ruling reinforces banks’ ironclad ability to collect via affidavits and account statements, no original…
**Ohio Court Slaps Down Frivolous Mandamus in Ford Lawsuit Drama** A frustrated pro se litigant demanded an Ohio appeals court force a trial judge to rule on his barrage of motions in a $250K spat with Ford Motor Company—only for the court to deny the writ as moot after the judge delivered rulings days later….
### Ohio Court Cracks 911 Immunity Shield An Ohio appeals court ruled that two 911 dispatchers may face trial for reckless mishandling of a dying man’s desperate call, piercing government immunity in a wrongful death suit. This partial reversal sends shockwaves through emergency response protocols, spotlighting how thin the line is between negligence and liability…
XRP stays pinned near $2.05 as the range tightens into a make-or-break zone XRP traded close to $2.05 as its recent price range narrowed, leaving the token in what analysts described as a “make-or-break” area for direction. The move reflects a market that has largely paused, with buyers and sellers keeping XRP confined to a…
Ohio Court Upholds Murder Conviction Despite Hearsay Slip. An Ohio appeals court affirmed Dawan Wilson’s life sentence without parole for aggravated murder, rejecting claims of evidentiary errors, prosecutorial misconduct, and unfair trial in the 2023 killing of his ex-girlfriend Cheretta Frierson and her unborn fetus. The ruling, dated January 12, 2026, underscores how overwhelming forensic…
Vitalik Buterin lays out a “walkaway test” for a quantum-safe Ethereum Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin outlined what he described as seven protocol requirements that would need to be met before Ethereum could realistically “ossify” — a term used to describe a blockchain becoming stable enough that it no longer requires frequent, ongoing changes. At the…
**Ohio Court Boots Fireworks Damage Appeal on Technical Knockout** An Ohio appeals court slammed the door on a $1.3 million school roof damage lawsuit against fireworks firm American Fireworks Company, dismissing it outright for lacking a “final appealable order.” A jury had sided partly with the school and insurer Travelers, awarding $89,169 under strict liability…
**Ohio Court Upholds Dad’s Kidnapping Conviction for Baby-Shielding Standoff** In a tense domestic dispute turned police chase, an Ohio appeals court on January 12, 2026, affirmed Eric Lindhorst’s kidnapping conviction for grabbing his six-week-old baby from a truck and holding her as a shield against armed officers. The ruling crushes his claims of inadequate notice…
Polygon Foundation CEO Highlights New POL Token Mechanics as Active Addresses Decline The CEO of the Polygon Foundation has outlined new value-accrual mechanisms for Polygon’s POL token, describing how holders could benefit more directly from network activity. The update comes as Polygon sees a slump in active addresses alongside a surge in daily transactions. According…
### Ohio Court Torpedoes Duplicitous Sex Crime Convictions An Ohio appeals court slashed a truck driver’s 57-year-to-life sentence by vacating two kidnapping counts and one gross sexual imposition (GSI) conviction in a child sex abuse case, citing “duplicity” where prosecutors lumped multiple acts into single charges without jury unanimity safeguards. This ruling exposes flaws in…
‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ Studio Larian Says Next ‘Divinity’ RPG Won’t Use AI-Generated Art Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke said the company’s upcoming role-playing game, Divinity, will not include generative AI-created artwork, responding directly to a fan question. In his statement, Vincke was explicit about the studio’s approach: “there is not going to be any GenAI…
Ohio Divorce Ruling Upholds Imputed Income for Stay-Home Lawyers In a stark Ohio appeals court decision, Sherry Kane lost her bid to overturn a divorce decree that imputed $72,000 annual income to her as a licensed but non-working attorney, capping her spousal support from high-earning ex-husband Scott Kane at eight years. The ruling affirms a…
