A significant legal battle is underway in London, as the Competition Appeal Tribunal reviews the case of Bitcoin SV's (BSV) delisting from several cryptocurrency exchanges in 2019. BSV Claims Ltd, representing BSV investors, is seeking $9 billion in damages from six prominent exchanges, including Binance and ShapeShift. The plaintiffs argue that the delisting decision harmed investors, denying them potential gains and causing financial losses.

The three-day trial has begun, with a crowded courtroom and extensive legal representation for each defendant. The core issue is whether the exchanges' decision to delist BSV was justified, or if it unfairly harmed investors. The outcome of this case will set a precedent for future disputes between exchanges and cryptocurrency investors.

The exchanges' legal teams will argue that the delisting was in line with their policies and protected their platforms and users. They may also challenge the plaintiffs' claims of missed growth opportunities as speculative and lacking concrete evidence. As the trial progresses, the court's responses to both sides' arguments will be crucial. The final decision will impact not only the parties involved but also shape the future actions and policies of cryptocurrency exchanges.