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In a high-stakes drama, Coinbase, a major player in the crypto industry, has filed a motion seeking clarity from a U.S. court regarding a key question raised by the SEC in their ongoing legal battle. This question concerns whether an investment contract entails any obligations after its sale. While Coinbase asserts that post-sale obligations are necessary for investment contracts, the SEC holds a differing view. The resolution of this question holds significant weight in determining the lawsuit’s outcome.
The debate started after Coinbase requested permission to file an interlocutory appeal against Judge Katherine Polk Failla’s recent order. But experts fear this move from Coinbase will come with consequences.
Potential Outcome and Consequences?
MetaLawMan analyzes the potential outcomes of the case and the implications of Coinbase’s request for an interlocutory appeal. If Coinbase’s request for an interlocutory appeal is denied, here’s what will happen?
#Consequence 1
it means the legal battle between Coinbase and the SEC will drag on for at least two more years. During this time, there will be ongoing uncertainty over how U.S.-based crypto markets, including both centralized exchanges (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX), are regulated and operated.
#Consequence 2
The SEC will use Judge Failla’s ruling as a precedent in other crypto-related cases across the country. This means that the SEC will point to Failla’s decision as a persuasive argument in favor of its regulatory approach, potentially making it harder for crypto companies to defend themselves in court.
#Consequence 3
An analyst claims that the AntiCryptoArmy will use Failla’s verdict to argue against new crypto laws. Based on the Coinbase verdict, they will argue that the SEC has enough power to regulate crypto.
#Consequence 4
The Do-Kwon crypto lawsuit may be the first to reach the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. Perhaps it’s not the ideal case to answer whether crypto token transactions are investment contracts under the Howey Test.
Fred Rispoli responds, noting Ripple’s interest in having its case heard before the Second Circuit Court if there’s an appeal. This highlights the strategic importance of timing in legal proceedings.
A Ripple Scenario!
However, Bill Morgan has dug deep into the potential consequences of Coinbase’s motion. He warns that if Coinbase’s appeal is granted but unsuccessful, it could bolster the SEC’s position in its case against Ripple. Moving ahead, Morgan advises against overstating the differences between the judges’ decisions, suggesting that the discrepancies may not be as significant as some perceive them.
Who will emerge victorious in this upcoming legal showdown remains to be seen. But one thing is for sure: the stakes are high, and the tension is mounting as Coinbase and the SEC prepare to face off.
The SEC’s case against Coinbase rests on shaky legal grounds. Who will emerge victorious?
