Laura Brookover
Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at ConsenSys. Expert in crypto law and regulation.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 14min
The SEC Ends Its Ethereum 2.0 Investigation, but Staking Isn't in the Clear - Ep. 665
Laura Brookover, a legal expert at Consensys, and Sam Enzer from Cahill Gordon & Reindel dive into the SEC's recent closure of its Ethereum 2.0 investigation. They discuss the implications for Ether’s classification and the possible political factors influencing the SEC's decision, including ETF approvals and election dynamics. The guests ponder the future of staking regulations, highlighting that this closure doesn't exempt staking from scrutiny. They also touch on how this might impact ongoing cases against major crypto players like Coinbase and Ripple.
Apr 26, 2024 • 36min
Consensys’s Lawsuit Against The SEC: Will It End Gensler's ‘Unlawful Power Grab’? - Ep. 637
Laura Brookover, Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at ConsenSys, sheds light on the recent lawsuit against the SEC. She argues the SEC's claim that ether is a security is misguided, especially after years of contradicting opinions. Brookover discusses the implications of the SEC's regulatory overreach and the pivotal challenge posed by the major questions doctrine. The conversation explores how these legal battles could reshape the future of Ethereum and crypto regulation in the U.S., promoting innovation and clarity in a rapidly evolving industry.
