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The SEC is Suing Coinbase & Binance | Ryan & David

Jun 6, 2023
The SEC's lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase are shaking the crypto world. The hosts analyze the implications for the industry and the potential classification of various tokens as securities. They discuss questions of regulatory clarity and whether the SEC's actions are stifling innovation. The fierce rivalry between the two exchanges is highlighted, along with concerns that these legal battles may threaten financial freedom. Amidst it all, there's an urgent call for unity in the crypto community to tackle these challenges together.
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INSIGHT

Lawsuits Expected

  • The SEC's lawsuits against Coinbase and Binance were anticipated, given prior Wells notices and public statements.
  • This insight helps manage fear and understand the context of the legal actions.
ANECDOTE

SEC Tweets

  • The SEC's tweets used provocative quotes from Binance and Coinbase executives.
  • The SEC's tweet about Binance included a quote from 2018, while the Coinbase tweet featured a quote emphasizing rule adherence.
INSIGHT

Attack on Crypto

  • The SEC's lawsuits are an attack on the core principle of permissionless asset creation in crypto.
  • The lawsuits target specific tokens, harming the crypto industry broadly, not just Binance and Coinbase.
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