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Brian Quintenz – Top Contender for CFTC Chair under Trump

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Brian Quintenz, the Head of Crypto Policy at a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), emerged as a top contender for the position of Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

Experience in Finance and Crypto Regulation

Quintenz previously served as a CFTC Commissioner during the Obama and Trump administrations. He oversaw pivotal developments, including the implementation of the first regulated Bitcoin and Ethereum futures contracts. He also founded Saeculum Capital Management, a hedge fund specializing in risk management strategies. His experience across public and private sectors enables him to bridge traditional finance with the rapidly growing digital asset space. At a16z Crypto, he has been at the forefront of promoting progressive crypto policies and served on the board of Kalshi Inc., one of the first CFTC-regulated prediction markets.

Support from Industry Leaders

Sources indicate that Quintenz’s candidacy is supported by influential figures within a16z, including co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz. He has also been closely collaborating with David Sacks, Trump’s designated AI and Crypto Czar.

Impact on the Crypto Industry

The CFTC’s role in regulating digital assets is increasingly critical, and the agency is expected to address major policy shifts, including clarifying the jurisdictional divide between the CFTC and SEC. Quintenz emphasizes the need for regulatory clarity to ensure compliance and foster innovation. In a recent blog co-authored with other a16z executives, he noted: "While we’ll likely have greater flexibility to experiment, we can’t forget that the fundamental regulatory principles applicable to blockchain systems remain unchanged."

While we’ll likely have greater flexibility to experiment, we can’t forget that the fundamental regulatory principles applicable to blockchain systems remain unchanged.Brian Quintenz

If appointed, Quintenz could significantly impact the future of the crypto industry in the U.S., enhancing digital asset regulation and determining interactions between the CFTC and other regulatory bodies.

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