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Brian Quintenz
Former Crypto-Friendly Regulator Quintenz Joins VC Firm A16z
Brian Quintenz stepped down from the CFTC at the end of August.
Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz Joins A16z, Shares Outlook on Crypto Regulations
As federal regulations around cryptocurrencies come into focus, Brian Quintenz, who stepped down from the CFTC at the end of August, shares his take on the evolving U.S. crypto regulatory landscape. He explains the relationship between the SEC and CFTC, outlook for stablecoin regulation and reactions to SEC cracking down on Coinbase. Plus, his plan to help the regulators understand crypto after joining venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as a part-time advisor.
Former Crypto-Friendly Regulator Quintenz Joins VC Firm A16z
Crypto advocate Brian Quintenz, who stepped down from the CFTC at the end of August, has joined venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as a part-time adviser in the latest high-profile addition to the firm. "The Hash" hosts discusses the outlook for a16z as it continues to build partnerships, expand its crypto division and potentially drive a crypto revolution.
Mastercard Acquires Blockchain Analytics Firm CipherTrace
Payments giant Mastercard announced the acquisition of crypto intelligence company CipherTrace to enhance its crypto capabilities. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the move, explaining why he thinks “this is clearly a sign of more to come.” Plus, what to make of the SEC’s relationship with Coinbase and former crypto-friendly regulator Brian Quintenz joining VC firm a16z.
State of Crypto: The Latest on Congress's Crypto Tax Provision
It's still unclear whether Congress will adopt any amendments.
US Regulators Debate Authority Over Crypto Regulation
Which regulators should police crypto, and which cryptocurrencies are securities?
CFTC Commissioner Says SEC Lacks Authority Over Commodities, Including 'Crypto Assets'
Quintenz's comment follows remarks by SEC Chairman Gary Gensler, who this week reiterated his view that stock and "stable value tokens backed by securities" qualify as securities.
Crypto Advocate Brian Quintenz Will Step Down From CFTC Role by October
CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz, who sponsored the Technology Advisory Committee and advocated for self regulation in the crypto industry, will leave his post by late October.
CFTC Official Warns Smart Contract Designers Over Predictive Code
Smart contract coders could be held liable for providing predictive "event contracts" on a blockchain, a CFTC commissioner has said.
