CoinDesk Podcast Network CFTC Chair Nominee Brian Quintenz Takes Dispute With Tyler Winklevoss Public | CoinDesk Daily
Sep 11, 2025
CFTC chair nominee Brian Quintenz publicly clashed with Tyler Winklevoss, accusing him of misleading President Trump about his nomination. The discussion highlights the broader implications for cryptocurrency firms amid political controversies. Market movements, inflation trends, and the challenges of Bitcoin-linked firms underscore the complexities facing regulators. As the Federal Reserve prepares for potential interest rate adjustments, the landscape for digital currencies continues to evolve.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Quintenz Publicly Shared Texts With Winklevoss
- Brian Quintenz posted screenshots of his texts with Tyler Winklevoss showing their dispute over Gemini's complaint to the CFTC.
- Quintenz said the texts reveal what Winklevoss wanted from him and what he refused to promise.
Nomination Delays Tied To Regulatory Dispute
- Quintenz's nomination stalled after committee votes were repeatedly postponed despite initial expectations of easy confirmation.
- The dispute with Gemini appears to have influenced the delay in his Senate confirmation process.
S&P Rejection Signals Caution On Bitcoin Treasuries
- S&P 500's Index Committee rejected a company’s inclusion despite it meeting technical eligibility criteria.
- JP Morgan sees this as growing caution toward firms acting as de facto Bitcoin funds and a setback for Bitcoin-heavy corporate treasury strategies.