Recently, Marathon Digital, a Bitcoin mining firm, was required to pay a hefty fine of $138 million due to their breach of confidentiality or non-compete agreements. This event originated from a lawsuit filed by Michael Ho, the co-founder of US Bitcoin Corp and Chief Strategy Officer at mining company Hut 8, against Marathon Digital Holdings. After a unanimous jury decision, this punishment was confirmed. The incident not only emphasizes the importance of legal regulations in the cryptocurrency industry but also serves as a cautionary tale for other companies, highlighting the necessity of strictly adhering to contract terms.