Brian Armstrong
'Crypto Dad' Chris Giancarlo on His New Book, the SEC's Warning to Coinbase, Blockfi, CBDCs and More
Reacting to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong's frustration over the SEC's threat to sue if his company launches a planned lending product, Chris Giancarlo, former CFTC chairman and "Crypto Dad," discusses the problems with long-standing regulations and shares his thoughts on a different approach. Giancarlo also discloses why he remains an adviser to BlockFi even though he has left its board, and he gives his vision of the future featuring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and other cryptocurrencies. Plus, highlights from his new book, "#Crypto Dad: The Fight for the Future of Money" launching Oct. 26.
Coinbase CEO: SEC Threatened to Sue Over Lending Product
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is threatening to sue the crypto exchange should it launch its “Lend” product due to concerns it may be a securities offering. “The Hash” panel unpacks the potential repercussions for Coinbase and the wider digital asset space.
Coinbase Has Words for the SEC. Is It Listening?
The crypto exchange says a surprise legal warning came after months of transparency about its lending plans.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rallies Ahead of $50K Resistance
Bitcoin rallied after Coinbase announced it will add crypto to its balance sheet.
Tesla's Musk Urges Lawmakers Weighing Infrastructure Bill's Tax Provision Not to Pick Crypto 'Winners or Losers'
The car company's CEO responded via Twitter to a thread by Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, who has been critical of the tax provision and a late amendment to it.
Fed's Powell May Have Met With Coinbase CEO in May
Brian Armstrong is listed on the central bank's calendar, public records show.
CEO Brian Armstrong Flags Self-Custody, DeFi Access as Coinbase Priorities
He said the exchange will be adding assets more quickly and creating a crypto app store, among other steps.
Coinbase’s Latest Move into Media Includes ‘Fact Checking’
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong writes that Coinbase would be launching a fact-checking section on its company blog. “The Hash” panel discusses whether Coinbase’s media ambitions are propaganda or a real attempt at creating “decentralized” information.
Coinbase CEO Armstrong Lobbies US Lawmakers as Crypto Scrutiny Ramps Up
Armstrong said he visited Capitol Hill to network and help answer questions about crypto.
Coinbase CEO Sold $291.8M in Shares on Opening Day
According to SEC filings, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sold nearly $292M worth of shares on opening day, less than 2% of his overall holdings. Incorrect rumors that Armstrong and other Coinbase insiders sold larger stakes spooked the markets. Is this something to worry about, or is it just how public listings work?
