DraftKings支付1000万美元以解决NFT证券集体诉讼

流行的体育博彩和幻想体育公司Draftkings已同意达成1000万美元的和解，以解决集体诉讼

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.

著名的体育博彩和幻想体育公司Draftkings已同意达成1000万美元的和解协议，以解决集体诉讼。该诉讼针对该公司现已灭绝的不可杀菌令牌（NFT）平台，DK Marketplace，以及据称非法出售未注册的证券。

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.

该诉讼始于2023年3月，源于宣称DraftKings以NFT的形式出售未注册的证券，这可能会使许多买家陷入金融危险。

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.

该案由原告贾斯汀·杜福（Justin Dufoe）提起，重点介绍了Draftkings的统治者NFT，并认为它们有资格为投资合同。该决定将属于美国证券法，特别是基于Howey测试。

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

Howey测试是法院用于对交易进行分类的法律标准，用于决定交易是否构成安全性。

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

您可以在此处了解有关美国证券交易委员会（SEC）的Howey测试的更多信息：

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.

该诉讼在2024年7月达到了一个转折点，当时美国地方法院法官丹妮丝·卡斯珀（Denise Casper）应用Howey测试，发现NFT可以被视为证券，这一决定大大提出了诉讼。

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.

经过这项裁决，DraftKings宣布关闭其NFT平台，使成千上万的用户拥有不流动的资产，自初次购买以来，价值急剧下降。

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.

这项耗资1000万美元的集体诉讼解决方案于今年早些时候达成，并于2025年2月28日获得初步批准，将看到分配给购买，出售或持有Draftkings NFTS的个人的资金。

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

此期间的范围从2021年8月11日到集体诉讼的最终判决日期。

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

根据Cointelegraph和SBC Americas的报道，这可能会影响175,000多名投资者。

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.

扣除行政费用和律师费后，其余的和解资金将以反映他们持有DraftKings NFT的期限的方式与合格的班级成员共享。

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

此外，首席原告贾斯汀·杜福（Justin Dufoe）将因其代表班级的角色而获得50,000美元的服务奖。

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

今年早些时候，DraftKings关闭了其NFT平台，即DK Marketplace，并宣布将关闭其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.

该公司表示，该决定是在“最近的法律发展”之后做出的，这可能暗示了集体诉讼。

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.

这一举动使数千名用户拥有流动性不足的资产，自达到顶峰以来，它们的价值却大大减少。由于没有转售或贸易的平台，NFT仍被二级市场交易中的封闭，因此投资NFTS的用户几乎没有追索。

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平台的关闭也出现在2025年1月与NFL球员协会（NFLPA）的单独未公开的和解后不久。

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月起起诉DraftKings，以在其Reignmakers NFT中使用NFL球员的相似性，而无需支付所需的特许权使用费。

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.

该诉讼在加利福尼亚州的一个法院提起，声称DraftKings的行动违反了2020年加利福尼亚州的法律。该立法要求个人必须同意其相似性的商业使用并得到相应的补偿。

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

您可以在其官方网站上了解有关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.

该案始于2023年10月，NFLPA在2023年10月向DraftKings发送了一封停止的信，并声称早在2021年就已经通知了Draftkings，以了解需要使用许可证协议使用玩家的相似之处。尽管如此，据称DraftKings仍在未经授权的情况下继续使用相似之处。

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.

如果您是在定义的班级期间通过DK Marketplace购买，出售或持有DraftKings NFT的美国居民，则您可能有资格要求部分和解。

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.

索赔人应密切关注官方通知或通过法律解决门户网站进行更新。法院最终批准和解后，将发布有关提交截止日期和方法的详细信息。

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

该案件增加了针对加密货币和NFT平台的越来越多的法律诉讼，而不是证券法规中的违反行为。

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

该诉讼是作为包括SEC在内的监管机构的，正在越来越多地审查数字资产，以根据美国证券法对其进行分类。

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

这种情况还强调了在数字融资的快速发展景观中对消费者保护的迫切需求。

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

要了解数字资产法规和投资者指导，请访问联邦贸易委员会（FTC）：

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

DraftKings的1000万美元支出标志着围绕不可避免的代币（NFTS）和数字资产的展开法律传奇的重要时刻。

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-

尽管Draftkings尚未承认任何不当行为，并且如果未批准和解协议，该案件仍可以进行审判，但该协议标志