Coinbase: We Didn’t Need SEC Approval to Acquire Broker Dealer Firms ByRachel McIntoshPRO INVESTOR Updated: 05 October 2021 DisclosureWe sometimes use affiliate links in our content, when clicking on those we might receive a commission – at no extra cost to you. By using this website you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage Coinbase says that the SEC’s approval was neither granted nor needed to acquire three firms. Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage