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Trump’s CFTC Pick Says Winklevoss Urged Pause on His Confirmation

September 12, 2025
CFTC Chair nominee Brian Quintenz revealed private messages with Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss suggesting Winklevoss may have tried to delay his confirmation. The messages referenced Gemini’s past dispute with the CFTC, while Quintenz spotlighted concerns over transparency and political influence in the crypto sector. The situation underscores tensions between regulators, industry leaders, and government, with