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SEC Opposes Blockchain Association's Brief Supporting Kik, Says Group Isn't 'Neutral'

SEC Opposes Blockchain Association's Brief Supporting Kik, Says Group Isn't 'Neutral'

SEC Opposes Blockchain Association's Brief Supporting Kik, Says Group Isn't 'Neutral'

The SEC says 7 members of the Blockchain Association have financial interests in Kik in its opposition to the group's brief around the case.

The SEC says 7 members of the Blockchain Association have financial interests in Kik in its opposition to the group's brief around the case.

The SEC says 7 members of the Blockchain Association have financial interests in Kik in its opposition to the group's brief around the case.

By Paddy Baker
AccessTimeIconApr 28, 2020, 3:05 PM
Updated Sep 14, 2021, 8:34 AM
SEC Chairman Jay Clayton

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