Coinbase Legal Chief Criticizes SEC's Vague Position on FTX Plan — Says Investors Deserve 'Way Better'
Coinbase’s chief legal officer has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its ambiguous position regarding FTX’s proposal to repay creditors using stablecoins or other cryptocurrencies. Although the SEC did not explicitly deem these transactions illegal, it retained the right to contest them, leading to frustration within the crypto community. This uncertainty has prompted calls for clearer regulatory guidance from federal agencies.
