Coinbase sits atop a short list of the largest and most critically important companies in crypto - a status they’ve achieved through a mix of product innovation and legal and regulatory compliance. As Chief Legal Officer, Brian Brooks is tasked with allowing Coinbase to continue to innovate while remaining within the good graces of governments and regulators, both domestic and abroad. In this conversation, you will get a glimpse into how one of crypto’s biggest firms continues to operate compliantly in a space fraught with legal grey areas. Brian and Ryan discuss the formation of the Crypto Ratings Council and how Coinbase engages with regulators from the SEC to FATF. Brian also reveals that you might be seeing security tokens listed on Coinbase sooner than you think. --- Special thanks to our sponsors Nexo: Borrow, lend and grow your crypto. Lukka: Calculate your capital gains for free with LukkaTax! Only pay if you save - use the code "messaritax" and get $5 off the normal price of $39.95. Crypto.com - The best place to Buy, Earn, Pay with Crypto.  If you enjoyed this conversation, share it with your colleagues & friends, rate, review, and subscribe.This podcast is presented by BlockWorks Group. For exclusive content and events that provide insights into the crypto and blockchain space, visit them at: https://www.blockworksgroup.io