Andreessen Crypto Policy Lead Quintenz in Running for CFTC Chair

  • Quintenz interviewed for derivatives regulator job recently
  • Agency expected to undergo more favorable crypto policy shift
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Brian Quintenz has emerged as a top contender to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on what could be a dramatic shift in crypto regulation under President-elect Donald Trump.

Quintenz, a former Republican CFTC commissioner, has been interviewed for the position, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked to speak on background about private discussions.