The trial of Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive detained in Nigeria, resumed on Sept. 2, 2024. Gambaryan's lawyers requested bail due to his declining health, which was contested by Nigeria's EFCC. Despite health records showing the need for surgery, prison officials failed to provide critical medical documentation. Family spokespeople highlighted the denial of access to Gambaryan and his worsening health. The next hearing is scheduled for Sept. 4, 2024. Concerns over Gambaryan's health led to an arrest warrant for a doctor and drew criticism from various groups. American lawmakers, including Rep. McCormick, labeled Gambaryan's detainment as a hostage situation and called for his release. The situation has sparked discussions on proposed crypto regulations in the US. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news