Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Prevails in Lawsuit Over Bitcoin Scam on YouTube

Thursday, 21 March 2024, 08:59

Apple's co-founder Steve Wozniak secures a significant legal victory against YouTube in a lawsuit related to a Bitcoin scam. An appeals court decision underscores that YouTube cannot evade accountability by using communications laws to protect itself in the case of a fraudulent crypto scheme that exploited Wozniak's image.
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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Prevails in Lawsuit Over Bitcoin Scam on YouTube

Steve Wozniak Wins Legal Battle Against YouTube

An appeals court has ruled in favor of Apple's co-founder Steve Wozniak in a lawsuit against YouTube over a Bitcoin scam that utilized his likeness.

Legal Implications of the Ruling

  • The court decision highlights the accountability of platforms like YouTube in combating fraudulent activities and protecting public figures.

This case sets a precedent for holding online platforms responsible for scams involving prominent personalities.


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