Trump’s CFTC Pick Brian Quintenz Reveals Millions in Assets, Crypto Ties
Brian Quintenz, nominated by former U.S. President Donald Trump to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has disclosed $3.4 million in assets tied to crypto ventures. His financial holdings include stakes in Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he currently serves as Global Head of Crypto Policy—a role he will exit if confirmed.
The nomination signals a potential pro-crypto shift in U.S. financial regulation. Quintenz has pledged to recuse himself from conflicted matters and divest relevant holdings, underscoring the growing intersection of regulatory oversight and digital asset markets.