New York Attorney General Letitia James has once again taken aim at the cryptocurrency industry, filing a lawsuit against Coin Ex for alleged fraud. The lawsuit, filed on [date], claims that Coin Ex falsely represented itself as an exchange and failed to register as a securities and commodities broker-dealer.

James has been a vocal advocate for increased regulation of the cryptocurrency industry, citing concerns about the potential for fraud and market manipulation. This latest lawsuit is part of her ongoing efforts to crack down on unregistered cryptocurrency platforms.

According to the lawsuit, Coin Ex engaged in a pattern of fraudulent activity, including falsely representing itself as an exchange and misleading investors about the security and legitimacy of its platform. The lawsuit also alleges that Coin Ex failed to register as a securities and commodities broker-dealer, in violation of state and federal laws.

This is not the first time James has taken legal action against a cryptocurrency platform. In 2021, she filed a lawsuit against Coinseed for fraudulent activity, and earlier this year, she accused Alex Mashinsky, former CEO of crypto exchange Celsius, of defrauding investors.

The lawsuit seeks to shut down Coin Ex and require it to pay restitution to affected investors. James emphasized the need for accountability in the industry, stating that “those who engage in fraudulent activity in the cryptocurrency industry will be held accountable for their actions.”

As the cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve, it is likely that we will see more regulatory scrutiny and legal action from government authorities. Investors should take care to thoroughly research any platform before investing and be aware of the risks involved in the cryptocurrency market.