Coinbase CLO Expose SEC’s Past Blockade of Gensler Files, Cites Lawsuit Bias

Coinbase escalates its battle with the SEC, citing restricted access to key documents and launching altcoin futures, spotlighting crypto's clash with regulation.
By Coingape Staff
Updated May 16, 2025
Coinbase CLO Reveals New Details on SEC’s Ethereum 2.0 Investigation Documents

Highlights

  • Coinbase CLO reveals SEC blocked access to Chair Gensler's communication files.
  • Legal dispute centers on SEC's authority over crypto exchanges and due process concerns.
  • Coinbase seeks CFTC approval for altcoin futures contracts, showing commitment to regulated innovation.

The cryptocurrency industry has been locked in ongoing legal disputes with U.S. regulatory agencies, particularly the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Coinbase, a major player in this space, has taken a leading role in these conflicts. The exchange has recently initiated aggressive legal action to challenge what it sees as regulatory overreach and to demand greater transparency from government bodies.

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New Revelations in Coinbase vs. SEC Lawsuit

Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, has brought to light new information about the company’s ongoing legal struggle with the SEC. While some issues have been clarified, such as those related to the Chevron deference and secondary sales of Binance’s BNB token, a major hurdle remains.

The SEC has blocked Coinbase’s access to communication files belonging to SEC Chair Gary Gensler. These documents are crucial as they pertain to Gensler’s March 2021 statements to Congress, where he reportedly claimed the SEC lacked authority over digital asset exchanges.

Coinbase argues these files are essential to prove that the SEC’s current enforcement actions may violate constitutional due process requirements. Despite formal requests, the SEC and Gensler have resisted disclosing these communications.

This development gains significance in light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning the Chevron Deference, which could limit the SEC’s power to interpret securities laws for cryptocurrencies. Coinbase plans to continue pursuing this matter in court, indicating that legal battles over cryptocurrency regulation are far from resolved.

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Coinbase’s Expansion into Altcoin Futures

In a move to diversify its offerings, Coinbase has sought regulatory approval for futures contracts linked to several altcoins. The exchange filed an application with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to launch derivative products based on various digital assets. The filing included proposals for futures contracts tied to DOT, SHIB, XLM, AVA, and LINK, with potential trading to begin as early as July 15, subject to regulatory approval.

This initiative reflects growing interest in a broader range of cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. It also demonstrates Coinbase’s commitment to operating within regulatory boundaries while innovating in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market. By seeking approval for these altcoin-based futures products, Coinbase aims to cater to the expanding interests of crypto investors and traders.

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