a16z’s Brian Quintenz top pick for CFTC chair under Trump: Report
Former CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz, now a16z’s policy head, is reportedly Trump’s pick for CFTC chair, signaling a pro-crypto regulatory shift.
Former CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz, now a16z’s policy head, is reportedly Trump’s pick for CFTC chair, signaling a pro-crypto regulatory shift.
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