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Brian Quintenz pledged to bring clarity and innovation to crypto regulation during his upcoming nomination hearing to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Nominated by President Donald Trump Quintenz said he would push for a comprehensive framework including clear token classifications and defined oversight of crypto trading markets.
A former CFTC commissioner and current global policy head at a16z crypto Quintenz said his global experience will guide U.S. leadership in blockchain regulation. He emphasized that blockchain is a foundational technology with impacts far beyond finance. He plans to share global insights with Congress and the CFTC to craft smart and effective regulation.
Quintenz called crypto and blockchain transformative tools that empower individuals with control over digital identity and intellectual property. He promised to support innovation while holding bad actors accountable. Ahead of his hearing Quintenz also disclosed \$3.4 million in assets and vowed to avoid conflicts of interest by recusing from related matters if confirmed.
