Gregory Strong, Sarah Chen, and Frank Weigand Publish “Dark Patterns Leading to the Dark Forest – The Next Frontier of Crypto Enforcement?” in GLI’s Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulations 2026
October 21, 2025
Cahill partners Gregory Strong, Sarah Chen, and Frank Weigand authored the “Dark Patterns Leading to the Dark Forest – The Next Frontier of Crypto Enforcement?” article in the Global Legal Insights’ Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulations 2026 guide.
The article discusses a trend in consumer protection enforcement involving "dark patterns”—allegedly deceptive user interfaces designed to influence consumer behavior. While regulators have not yet alleged violations based on dark patterns with respect to interfaces that facilitate transactions in digital assets, this article explores the potential application of this theory to the digital assets space and practical considerations that may help to address these issues.
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