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Consensys Files Lawsuit in Texas Against SEC's Unlawful Ethereum Overreach

Apr 26, 2024, 06:16 PM

Consensys has initiated a lawsuit against the SEC to protect the Ethereum network and its associated software development from what it terms as overzealous regulatory interference. The legal action, filed in Texas, aims to safeguard the rights of developers, investors, and users within the Ethereum ecosystem, emphasizing the principles of rule of law, fair notice, and due process. This move comes in response to the SEC's attempts to classify Ethereum-related activities, potentially impacting the decentralized nature of the asset, which many, including the CFTC, recognize as a commodity. Key figures such as Bill Hughes and Matt Corva have been highlighted as instrumental in this challenge, which also addresses multiple secret SEC investigations described as an unlawful power grab. The broader crypto community, including influential platforms like Coinbase and Uniswap, has shown support for Consensys's stance against the SEC's regulatory approach.