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Major Crypto Forces Unite Against SEC in Major Legal Fight

by Conie
February 23, 2024
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  • The Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT), a group of major crypto companies, has sued the SEC seeking to limit its authority over crypto transactions in Texas. They argue the SEC lacks jurisdiction and has stifled innovation with its unclear approach.
  • CFAT claims the SEC has incorrectly deemed some digital asset transactions as securities trades subject to regulation. The lawsuit focuses on the SEC’s “Howey test” for identifying securities, arguing most cryptos fail to meet the definition.
  • The bold lawsuit represents crypto companies going on the offensive against the SEC through the courts. The case’s outcome is uncertain but could produce important precedents on the SEC’s oversight of crypto markets.

A group of major crypto companies including Coinbase and Andreessen Horowitz’s investment arm have taken the unprecedented step of suing the SEC. The lawsuit seeks clarity on whether the SEC has authority to regulate crypto transactions in Texas. This proactive legal challenge represents a new phase in the crypto industry’s tense relationship with regulators.

The Texas Lawsuit Against the SEC

The group behind the lawsuit, called the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT), asserts that the SEC lacks jurisdiction over most crypto transactions in Texas. CFAT argues that the SEC’s “unlawful, unpredictable approach” to crypto regulation has stifled innovation. The alliance includes heavy hitters like Coinbase, Andreessen Horowitz, Ledger, Paradigm, and Blockchain Capital.

The lawsuit tackles a longstanding debate over how to classify crypto assets. CFAT claims the SEC has incorrectly deemed some digital asset transactions as securities trades subject to regulation. The plaintiffs argue this overly broad interpretation even threatens basic activities like reselling collectibles.

The SEC’s Stance on Crypto Remains Unclear

The SEC recently approved Bitcoin ETFs, but its chair Gary Gensler claims this is not an endorsement of crypto. The SEC continues targeting major crypto firms like Ripple and Coinbase with lawsuits, but legal experts say its arguments are shaky. There are also signs of internal dissent within the SEC, as a top crypto regulation lawyer just resigned to work in the private sector.

NEW: 🇺🇸 SEC is being sued by Coinbase and a16z for overreaching its authority over digital asset transactions in Texas

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CFAT’s Legal Strategy to Limit the SEC

CFAT is making a novel legal argument to restrain the SEC’s authority over crypto companies. It focuses on the SEC’s “Howey test” for identifying securities, claiming most cryptos fail to meet the definition. But some legal experts doubt whether courts will fully accept CFAT’s strict proposed test. The SEC case against Coinbase also turns on interpreting the Howey test’s scope.

Conclusion

The bold Texas lawsuit represents a new phase in the crypto industry’s evolving relationship with regulators like the SEC. Major players are moving from playing defense to going on the offensive through the courts. The case could produce important precedents on the SEC’s ability to oversee digital asset markets. But the outcome is still highly uncertain, and the SEC remains committed to policing crypto activities.

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