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The recent complaint filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Binance has shed light on the possible reasons behind Brian Brooks&#39; abrupt resignation as Binance.US CEO in August 2021, a mere three months after assuming the role.Insights into Brooks&#39; Resignation:According to a tweet by cryptocurrency lawyer James Murphy, the SEC complaint refers to an anonymous individual who briefly led Binance.US in 2021, coinciding with Brooks&#39; tenure. Brooks himself realized that he was not effectively running the company, prompting his decision to step down after a short stint as CEO.Contrasting Opinions :While Murphy&#39;s observations have been contested by Binance Chief Communications Officer Patrick Hillman, who considers them speculative, no official response has been received from Binance.US or Brooks regarding the matter.SEC Charges and Market Impact :In conjunction with this development, the SEC has levied 13 charges against Binance for alleged failure to register as a securities exchange and illegal operations within the United States. Consequently, the news has adversely affected the cryptocurrency market, with Bitcoin and Ether experiencing 5.6% and 4.3% declines respectively within the past 24 hours, as reported by the Cointelegraph Price Index.Potential Implications for Coinbase :Coinbase, a prominent U.S.-based crypto exchange, may face similar consequences. Market analyst Mark Palmer believes that the SEC&#39;s lawsuit against Binance foreshadows potential legal action against Coinbase, paralleling previous filings against other American exchanges such as Bittrex and Kraken. Investors in Coinbase should assess the company&#39;s ability to adapt its business model and geographic focus should SEC enforcement require a significant reduction or cessation of its U.S. operations, as approximately 37% of its net revenue could be at stake.As the SEC&#39;s complaint against Binance provides insights into Brooks&#39; departure and raises concerns about the future of Coinbase, the crypto industry eagerly awaits further developments. The potential consequences for both exchanges highlight the increasing regulatory scrutiny faced by major players in the U.S. crypto market.

SEC Complaint Hints at Why Brian Brooks Resigned as Binance.US CEO

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