DraftKings支付1000萬美元以解決NFT證券集體訴訟

流行的體育博彩和幻想體育公司Draftkings已同意達成1000萬美元的和解，以解決集體訴訟

DraftKings, the well-known sports betting and fantasy sports company, has agreed to a $10 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit. The suit targeted the company’s now-defunct non-fungible token (NFT) platform, DK Marketplace, and an allegedly unlawful sale of unregistered securities.

著名的體育博彩和幻想體育公司Draftkings已同意達成1000萬美元的和解協議，以解決集體訴訟。該訴訟針對該公司現已滅絕的不可殺菌令牌（NFT）平台，DK Marketplace，以及據稱非法出售未註冊的證券。

The lawsuit, which began in March 2023, arose from claims that DraftKings sold unregistered securities in the form of NFTs, potentially leaving numerous buyers in financial jeopardy.

該訴訟始於2023年3月，源於宣稱DraftKings以NFT的形式出售未註冊的證券，這可能會使許多買家陷入金融危險。

The case, which was filed by lead plaintiff Justin Dufoe, focused on DraftKings’ Reignmakers NFTs and argued that they qualify as investment contracts. This determination would fall under U.S. securities law, specifically based on the Howey Test.

該案由原告賈斯汀·杜福（Justin Dufoe）提起，重點介紹了Draftkings的統治者NFT，並認為它們有資格為投資合同。該決定將屬於美國證券法，特別是基於Howey測試。

The Howey Test, a legal standard used by courts to classify transactions, is used to decide if a transaction constitutes a security.

Howey測試是法院用於對交易進行分類的法律標準，用於決定交易是否構成安全性。

You can learn more about the Howey Test from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) here:

您可以在此處了解有關美國證券交易委員會（SEC）的Howey測試的更多信息：

The lawsuit had reached a turning point in July 2024 when U.S. District Judge Denise Casper, applying the Howey Test, found that the NFTs could be viewed as securities, a decision that significantly advanced the lawsuit.

該訴訟在2024年7月達到了一個轉折點，當時美國地方法院法官丹妮絲·卡斯珀（Denise Casper）應用Howey測試，發現NFT可以被視為證券，這一決定大大提出了訴訟。

After this ruling, DraftKings announced the shutdown of its NFT platform, leaving thousands of users with illiquid assets that had seen a dramatic drop in value since their initial purchase.

經過這項裁決，DraftKings宣布關閉其NFT平台，使成千上萬的用戶擁有不流動的資產，自初次購買以來，價值急劇下降。

The $10 million class-action settlement, which was reached earlier this year and received preliminary approval on February 28, 2025, will see funds distributed to individuals who bought, sold, or held DraftKings NFTs.

這項耗資1000萬美元的集體訴訟解決方案於今年早些時候達成，並於2025年2月28日獲得初步批准，將看到分配給購買，出售或持有Draftkings NFTS的個人的資金。

This period of time ranges from August 11, 2021, to the final judgment date in the class action.

此期間的範圍從2021年8月11日到集體訴訟的最終判決日期。

According to reports by both Cointelegraph and SBC Americas, this could potentially impact more than 175,000 investors.

根據Cointelegraph和SBC Americas的報導，這可能會影響175,000多名投資者。

After deducting administrative expenses and attorneys’ fees, the remaining settlement funds will be shared with eligible class members in a manner that reflects the period for which they held DraftKings NFTs.

扣除行政費用和律師費後，其餘的和解資金將以反映他們持有DraftKings NFT的期限的方式與合格的班級成員共享。

Additionally, lead plaintiff Justin Dufoe is set to receive a $50,000 service award for his role in representing the class.

此外，首席原告賈斯汀·杜福（Justin Dufoe）將因其代表班級的角色而獲得50,000美元的服務獎。

Earlier this year, DraftKings closed its NFT platform, known as DK Marketplace, and announced it was shutting down its Reignmakers fantasy football NFT collection.

今年早些時候，DraftKings關閉了其NFT平台，即DK Marketplace，並宣布將關閉其Reignmakers Fantasy Footh Football NFT系列。

The company stated that the decision was made following “recent legal developments,” which likely alludes to the class-action lawsuit.

該公司表示，該決定是在“最近的法律發展”之後做出的，這可能暗示了集體訴訟。

This move left thousands of users with illiquid assets that had dwindled drastically in value since their peak. With no platform for resale or trade and the NFTs remaining closed out from secondary market trading, users who had invested in the NFTs were left with little recourse.

這一舉動使數千名用戶擁有流動性不足的資產，自達到頂峰以來，它們的價值卻大大減少。由於沒有轉售或貿易的平台，NFT仍被二級市場交易中的封閉，因此投資NFTS的用戶幾乎沒有追索。

The closure of the NFT platform also came shortly after DraftKings reached a separate undisclosed settlement in January 2025 with the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).

NFT平台的關閉也出現在2025年1月與NFL球員協會（NFLPA）的單獨未公開的和解後不久。

The NFLPA had sued DraftKings in December 2023 for using NFL player likenesses in its Reignmakers NFTs without paying the required royalties.

NFLPA在2023年12月起起訴DraftKings，以在其Reignmakers NFT中使用NFL球員的相似性，而無需支付所需的特許權使用費。

The lawsuit, filed in a California court, alleged that DraftKings’ actions were in violation of a 2020 California law. This legislation mandates that individuals must provide consent for the commercial use of their likeness and be compensated accordingly.

該訴訟在加利福尼亞州的一個法院提起，聲稱DraftKings的行動違反了2020年加利福尼亞州的法律。該立法要求個人必須同意其相似性的商業使用並得到相應的補償。

You can learn more about the NFLPA at their official site:

您可以在其官方網站上了解有關NFLPA的更多信息：

The case began when the NFLPA sent a cease-and-desist letter to DraftKings in October 2023, asserting that DraftKings had been notified as early as 2021 about the need for a license agreement to use players’ likenesses. Despite this, DraftKings allegedly continued using the likenesses without authorization.

該案始於2023年10月，NFLPA在2023年10月向DraftKings發送了一封停止的信，並聲稱早在2021年就已經通知了Draftkings，以了解需要使用許可證協議使用玩家的相似之處。儘管如此，據稱DraftKings仍在未經授權的情況下繼續使用相似之處。

If you are a U.S. resident who purchased, sold, or held a DraftKings NFT through DK Marketplace during the defined class period, you may be eligible to claim part of the settlement.

如果您是在定義的班級期間通過DK Marketplace購買，出售或持有DraftKings NFT的美國居民，則您可能有資格要求部分和解。

Claimants should keep an eye on official notifications or updates via legal settlement portals. Details about claim submission deadlines and methods will be published following final approval of the settlement by the court.

索賠人應密切關注官方通知或通過法律解決門戶網站進行更新。法院最終批准和解後，將發布有關提交截止日期和方法的詳細信息。

This case adds to a growing list of legal actions targeting cryptocurrency and NFT platforms over alleged breaches in securities regulations.

該案件增加了針對加密貨幣和NFT平台的越來越多的法律訴訟，而不是證券法規中的違反行為。

The lawsuit arises as regulators, including the SEC, are increasing scrutiny of digital assets to classify them in accordance with U.S. securities law.

該訴訟是作為包括SEC在內的監管機構的，正在越來越多地審查數字資產，以根據美國證券法對其進行分類。

This case also highlights the pressing need for consumer protection in the fast-evolving landscape of digital finance.

這種情況還強調了在數字融資的快速發展景觀中對消費者保護的迫切需求。

To stay informed about digital asset regulations and investor guidance, visit the Federal Trade Commission (FTC):

要了解數字資產法規和投資者指導，請訪問聯邦貿易委員會（FTC）：

DraftKings’ $10 million payout marks a significant moment in the unfolding legal saga surrounding non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and digital assets.

DraftKings的1000萬美元支出標誌著圍繞不可避免的代幣（NFTS）和數字資產的展開法律傳奇的重要時刻。

While DraftKings has not admitted any wrongdoing and the case could still proceed to trial if the settlement is not approved, the agreement signals a partial financial resolution for those affected by the now-

儘管Draftkings尚未承認任何不當行為，並且如果未批准和解協議，該案件仍可以進行審判，但該協議標誌