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Binance and SEC Seek 60-Day Pause to Settle Lawsuit

by Abimbola Adu
Feb 11, 2025 - 11:30 pm
in Blockchain
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In Progress October 2023 Legal Resolution

Binance, the largest global cryptocurrency exchange, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission have jointly filed a motion to stay their ongoing lawsuit for 60 days. The motion would indicate that both parties are seeking a settlement rather than continuing with the litigation.

The SEC’s 2023 lawsuit alleged that Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, had violated federal securities laws. It hugely accused Binance of acting as an unregistered exchange and comingled customer funds. It thus became one of the several high-profile legal battles between the regulators of the U.S. and one of the larger crypto firms.

CATF Defines the SEC’s Crypto Task Force

An important part of the motion is the SEC’s recently created Crypto Task Force, headed by interim chair Mark Uyeda. According to court filings, the task force intends to reevaluate cases pending in litigation and negotiate settlements when they do not involve allegations of fraud. The establishment of the unit signals change in the SEC’s approach, under the new administration.

Political Changes Influence Crypto Policy

But this comes after the administration of President Donald Trump is said to have resumed the work of the office. It was reported that under the new direction, SEC staffers would be instructed to revisit crypto-related litigation, focusing only on the cases that have clear indications of fraud and to restrain from pursuing enforcement based on regulatory technicalities.

Similarly, Jorge Tenreiro, who served as the lead crypto prosecutor of the SEC, was transferred from the legal division to the agency’s IT department. It almost represents a massive restructuring of the agency, known for its assertive approach under former chair Gary Gensler against digital assets.

Optimism in the Air for a New Regulatory Framework

The leaders in the crypto industry have long demanded a regulatory framework that relied less on enforcement and more on regulations. A good number see the shift in the SEC’s policy as an opening to create a regulatory framework that cares for the much-heralded protection of investors while at the same time recognizing the inherent dangers innovative methods create.

White House Backs Crypto Innovation

Meanwhile, in a recent press conference, he backed the statement by White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks that the Trump administration would exercise “common sense” in its policymaking. He mentioned that regulatory clarity is important in adopting blockchain while safeguarding investors.

As the SEC realizes shifts in its legal strategy, the next few months stand to be the most important for the crypto relationship as companies expect further guidance related to regulatory compliance and enforcement priorities.

Tags: BinanceBlockchainRegulationSEC
Abimbola Adu

Abimbola Adu

Abimbola Adu is a crypto content writer with a background in English studies. She is keen on enlightening others about cryptocurrency and blockchains. She enjoys writing poems and spending time with family.

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