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Coinbase Appeals SEC Suit, Leverages Ripple Case As Precedence

This move could have major implications for the future of the crypto industry and the regulation of digital assets. The SEC's Lawsuit Against Coinbase The SEC filed a lawsuit against Coinbase in December 2020, alleging that the company's lending program, Coinbase Lend, is a security and should be subject to registration and regulation under federal securities laws. The SEC argues that investors who participate in the lending program are essentially purchasing a security, and therefore, Coinbase must comply with securities laws. The Implications for the Crypto Industry If the SEC's lawsuit is successful, it could set a precedent for how digital assets are regulated in the United States. This could have a significant impact on other cryptocurrency companies and their operations, as they may also be subject to similar regulations and scrutiny from the SEC. Why Coinbase is Fighting Back Coinbase maintains that its lending program is not a security and does not f...