Gemini Co-Founder’s Texts Reveal Pressure Campaign Over CFTC Settlement

Brian Quintenz, a former CFTC commissioner, has released private text messages showing Tyler Winklevoss's attempts to influence regulatory outcomes following Gemini's $5 million settlement with the agency. The texts reveal a contentious exchange where Winklevoss demanded commitments Quintenz refused to provide, later escalating to alleged appeals to the TRUMP administration to block Quintenz's confirmation.

The correspondence highlights Gemini's aggressive stance against the CFTC, including a submitted letter criticizing the agency's handling of the case. Winklevoss framed the matter as requiring "cultural reform" at the regulator, accusing it of pursuing "lawfare" against the exchange. Quintenz maintains he made no concessions, framing his disclosure as necessary to protect presidential interests over personal career concerns.