Khurram Dara, a candidate for New York Attorney General, has criticized the state's BitLicense, labeling it as unlawful. In his first interview since announcing his candidacy, Dara argued that the regulatory framework infringes on the economic rights of cryptocurrency firms seeking to operate in New York. The BitLicense, introduced in 2015, has been a contentious issue, with many in the crypto industry claiming it stifles innovation and growth.