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Nike Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Following RTFKT NFT Shutdown

Nike Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Following RTFKT NFT Shutdown

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a month ago


Nike, Inc. is facing a class-action lawsuit following the abrupt shutdown of its RTFKT crypto business, raising questions about the NFT market's stability.

Circumstances and Details of the Lawsuit

According to the lawsuit filed by a group of investors led by Jagdeep Cheema, Nike is accused of misleading investors about the nature of RTFKT NFTs and the sudden project abandonment.

Impact on the NFT Market

Following the shutdown announcement, the value of RTFKT/Nike NFTs dropped over 80%. The broader cryptocurrency market, including leading assets like ETH and BTC, showed no significant impact amid this dispute.

Regulatory Implications for the NFT Market

The lawsuit may affect the classification of NFTs as securities, challenging existing regulatory definitions. Industry experts are awaiting the lawsuit's outcome for potential precedents in digital asset management.

The Nike incident highlights regulatory uncertainties in the NFT sector and the need for clearer guidelines, potentially impacting investor confidence in digital collectibles.

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