#  @BlockchainAssn Blockchain Association Blockchain Association posts on X about blockchain, crypto, coinbase, united states the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::1029797947540746242/interactions)  - [--] Week [-------] +2,063% - [--] Month [-------] +275% - [--] Months [---------] +120% - [--] Year [---------] +24% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::1029797947540746242/posts_active)  - [--] Months [---] +11% - [--] Year [---] +15% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::1029797947540746242/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +0.73% - [--] Month [------] +1.60% - [--] Months [------] +6% - [--] Year [------] +15% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::1029797947540746242/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [finance](/list/finance) [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies) [countries](/list/countries) [exchanges](/list/exchanges) #1543 [stocks](/list/stocks) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [events](/list/events) [currencies](/list/currencies) [us election](/list/us-election) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) **Social topic influence** [blockchain](/topic/blockchain) #205, [crypto](/topic/crypto), [coinbase](/topic/coinbase) #292, [united states](/topic/united-states), [finance](/topic/finance), [future](/topic/future), [ceo](/topic/ceo) #2237, [sec](/topic/sec), [in the](/topic/in-the), [decentralized](/topic/decentralized) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@skmersinger](/creator/undefined) [@kmsmithdc](/creator/undefined) [@coinbase](/creator/undefined) [@summermersinger](/creator/undefined) [@filfoundation](/creator/undefined) [@danspuller](/creator/undefined) [@mtcoppel](/creator/undefined) [@coincenter](/creator/undefined) [@bloombergtv](/creator/undefined) [@jasonsomensatto](/creator/undefined) [@secpaulsatkins](/creator/undefined) [@hesterpeirce](/creator/undefined) [@ripple](/creator/undefined) [@uniswap](/creator/undefined) [@consensys](/creator/undefined) [@cessstorage](/creator/undefined) [@cryptocouncil](/creator/undefined) [@patrickmchenry](/creator/undefined) [@funddefi](/creator/undefined) [@krakenfx](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN)](/topic/coinbase) [Bitcoin (BTC)](/topic/bitcoin) [Chainlink (LINK)](/topic/chainlink) [SENATE (SENATE)](/topic/senate) [Helium (HNT)](/topic/helium) [Storj (STORJ)](/topic/storj) [Hivemapper (HONEY)](/topic/hivemapper) [Gala (GALA)](/topic/gala) [Ethereum (ETH)](/topic/ethereum) [Centrifuge (CFG)](/topic/centrifuge) [Hedera (HBAR)](/topic/hedera) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Thank you Rep. McHenry for your insights on the future of digital currencies at the recent U.S. House Committee on Financial Services. #cryptocurrency" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1163940557405601794) 2019-08-20T22:27Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements "Today: @BlockchainAssn advisor @cmesi will address @MorganStateU students about mainstream adoption in crypto. The HBCUs National Center for the Study of Blockchain and Financial Technology is a leading institution supporting blockchain engagement. #FinancialInclusion" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1450444010921893890) 2021-10-19T12:49Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements "We applaud California for issuing an executive order to study crypto and digital assets. Industry is eager to collaborate with government on commonsense rules for industry to allow Californiaand the United Statesto lead in crypto innovation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1521894541460189185) 2022-05-04T16:48Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "2) Hundreds of #CES2023 attendees heard from @KMSmithDC @circle's Andrew Gallucci @storj's Dominick Marino @just_peekn and @artblocks_io's Hannah Siegel-Gardner on how the next wave of the internet is shifting the balance of power back to the individual user" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1611120003671261184) 2023-01-05T21:58Z 42.2K followers, [----] engagements "3) We then heard from @CeloOrgs @xochitlcazador @CrusoeEnergys @Electron_Cowboy @ClimateTrades @OBrien_Kat @all_infras Bill Kentrup and @chia_projects @lebanonjon on the incredible range of use cases that crypto and blockchain are creating in the green energy space" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1611120006670225408) 2023-01-05T21:58Z 42.2K followers, 11.8K engagements "1/ BA is proud to welcome our newest member @usetoku" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1633896986259669016) 2023-03-09T18:26Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today Blockchain Association filed an amicus brief in support of Tornado Cash in OFACs case against the autonomous decentralized software program. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-office-of-foreign-assets-control-lawsuit-against-tornado-cash/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-office-of-foreign-assets-control-lawsuit-against-tornado-cash/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1646166342276378627) 2023-04-12T15:00Z 36.1K followers, 104.3K engagements "Today we filed an amicus brief in @coincenter v. Treasury regarding OFACs sanctions against Tornado Cash. Our statement:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1664667986651758593) 2023-06-02T16:19Z 34K followers, [--] engagements "📺 Tune in at [--] AM ET 📺 @KMSmithDC will join @CoinDesk TV's First Mover to discuss Friday's amicus brief filing in @coincenter's lawsuit against Treasury regarding OFAC's sanctions against Tornado Cash. Tune in live and read Friday's release here:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1665691363621363713) 2023-06-05T12:05Z 34.7K followers, [--] engagements ""With such clear bias and such dereliction of the basic tenets of due process the agency cannot fairly supervise the digital assets industry.its time for Chair Gensler to recuse himself" writes @MTCoppel for @FortuneCrypto" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1674474852546232320) 2023-06-29T17:48Z 36.1K followers, 352.1K engagements "8/ Read our full letter for more details on our recommendations" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1700177844624634101) 2023-09-08T16:02Z 34.2K followers, [---] engagements "End/ We look forward to continuing the conversation with Congress around crypto tax policy and stand ready as a resource to educate policymakers on this critical topic for the industry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1700177845849350346) 2023-09-08T16:02Z 34.7K followers, [---] engagements "Today @KMSmithDC will speak on a panel @Permissionless in Austin TX with @GOPMajorityWhip @HesterPeirce and @BrianQuintenz moderated by @RyanSAdams. Be sure to catch them on the main stage at 11:50 AM CT" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1701238389154927048) 2023-09-11T14:16Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "Starting soon @KMSmithDC sits down for a fireside chat with @coinbase CLO @iampaulgrewal If you are attending #Mainnet2023 head over to the Macro Stage at 1:45 PM" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1704546887863304344) 2023-09-20T17:23Z 34K followers, [---] engagements ""In each of these cases (Grayscale Ripple) you're seeing judges all over the country express a healthy dose of skepticism to the SEC's arguments." -@iampaulgrewal @coinbase at #Mainnet2023 w/ @KMSmithDC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1704556358840774734) 2023-09-20T18:01Z 34K followers, 15.2K engagements ""Do we really want to hand over [--] million developer jobs and [--] million other high paying jobs to overseas jurisdictions simply because we can't get our act together in the United States" -@iampaulgrewal @coinbase #Mainnet2023" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1704557976688664656) 2023-09-20T18:07Z 34K followers, 46.8K engagements "CBDCs present major privacy concerns for everyday Americans including granting the government the ability to track all purchases and collect intimate personal details on its citizens. The right to financial privacy is protected by the Constitution. We support the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act legislation aimed at preventing a CBDC from being issued in the United States. Thank you @GOPMajorityWhip for your leadership" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1704585661175550080) 2023-09-20T19:57Z 34.2K followers, 20.3K engagements ""If there is any hope in improving the proposed rule and the tax treatment of digital assets industry must clearly communicate to Washington that the IRSs digital asset tax agenda is unworkable and must be fixed" writes @sarahamilby for @CoinDesk" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1706715596937683009) 2023-09-26T17:01Z 34.2K followers, 22K engagements "1/ Any amount of funding that goes to support terrorist activity in any form is too much. We share many of Sen. Warrens questions and we think further examination will reveal the limited and dwindling role that crypto played" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1714770551326024036) 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34K followers, 45.9K engagements "4/ Claim: Crypto financing is responsible for the horrific actions of Hamas Fact: Crypto networks are transparent and for this reason Hamas ceased to accept Bitcoin earlier this year citing the success of law enforcement efforts to track down donors" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1714770555453214897) 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "8/ The crypto industry has a long history of working with law enforcement to detect prevent and prosecute the use of crypto for illicit purposes" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1714770560570274041) 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34.7K followers, [---] engagements "9/ Claim: Seizure of crypto assets equates to terrorist financing Fact: The seizure of crypto only demonstrates the power of governments to track and stop this financing" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1714770562029920464) 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34K followers, [----] engagements "Looking forward to Nov. [--] as we sit down with two trailblazing Senators @SenLummis and @SenGillibrand for a fireside chat at our #BAPolicySummit in DC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1716520049207291984) 2023-10-23T18:20Z 34K followers, [---] engagements "The BA Summit will kick off with a bang We are thrilled @iampaulgrewal and @CraigSalm are joining us for the opening session at the #BAPolicySummit: Litigation Update and Industry Impact. @Coinbase @Grayscale" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1716868932404150732) 2023-10-24T17:27Z 34K followers, 17.2K engagements "Congratulations @BrettHarrison88 and the entire @Architect_xyz team on the launch of Architect Edge" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1717256033029018047) 2023-10-25T19:05Z 34K followers, [----] engagements "Crypto is currently a very small part of the puzzle. Witnesses and members of @SenateBanking set the record straight during yesterday's hearing Combating the Networks of Illicit Finance and Terrorism" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1717874746786718098) 2023-10-27T12:03Z 34K followers, [----] engagements "1/ BA is thrilled to announce our honored guest for the #BAPolicySummit Annual Gala on Nov. [--] will be @PatrickMcHenry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1719106239202791663) 2023-10-30T21:37Z 34K followers, [----] engagements "Today we filed an amicus brief in the 5th Circuit appeal of Van Loon v. Treasury regarding OFACs sanctions against Tornado Cash. Read Senior Counsel @MTCoppel's thread below for more. 👇" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1726709704792100951) 2023-11-20T21:10Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn Senior Counsel @MTCoppel: Were disappointed to see the SEC engage in another example of clear overreach by filing an action against Kraken. The SEC's theories are incorrect as a matter of law and expand beyond the jurisdiction granted to them by Congress. The SECs action underscores the need for our elected representatives not overzealous regulators to establish regulatory clarity for the digital asset industry. Blockchain Association stands ready to support Kraken in its defense" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1726764043233333256) 2023-11-21T00:46Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "The #BAPolicySummit kicks off tomorrow with an all-star panel on our members-only day featuring @iampaulgrewal @s_alderoty and @CraigSalm: Litigation Update and Industry Impact @Coinbase @Grayscale @Ripple" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1729512913839214779) 2023-11-28T14:49Z 34.2K followers, 60.8K engagements "Kicking off #BAPolicySummit Day [--] with @abornyakov Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine speaking on crypto regulations democratic principles and the war in Ukraine in convo with Candace Kelly of @StellarOrg" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1730231185249337523) 2023-11-30T14:23Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "Up next is our Crypto Policy Abroad panel featuring Christos Efthymiopoulos of @BermudaMonetary @RobGsix of @Ripple @SethHertlein of @Ledger with moderator @leomschwartz of @FortuneMagazine" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1730336163523670348) 2023-11-30T21:21Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "Our last panel of the [----] #BAPolicySummit The Fourth Amendment Privacy and Crypto features @valkenburgh of @coincenter @amandatums of @fund_defi Paul D. Clement the 43rd Solicitor General of the U.S. and moderator @ammori of @Uniswap" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1730350068899754126) 2023-11-30T22:16Z 34.2K followers, 36K engagements "It was an honor to have you @songadaymann We'd love to have you join us at our annual #BAPolicySummit every year. In case you missed it check out the full performance below. 👇" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1731736540567445986) 2023-12-04T18:05Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you @tanayamacheel and @CNBC for joining the #BAPolicySummit. Tune in to today's show for a recap from @KMSmithDC on the highlights" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1731798402122346504) 2023-12-04T22:11Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements "Today Blockchain Association filed a second amicus brief in the Coin Center v. Treasury Tornado Cash case this one in support of Plaintiffs appeal to the Eleventh Circuit. @BlockchainAssn's Head of Legal @MTCoppel dives into the details below. 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 11th Cir. appeal of Coin Center v. Treasury. This is the 2nd Tornado Cash case to be up on appeal - this time in front of the 11th Circuit. We argue why the District Courts decision is wrong. 🧵 https://t.co/g8Cmi6Z4Gr https://t.co/Je22feKa4M 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 11th" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1738274524968128752) 2023-12-22T19:05Z 34.7K followers, [----] engagements "Yesterday's Bitcoin ETF approval was a "watershed moment and one the industry has been anticipating and waiting for for nearly [--] years." @KMSmithDC joined @BloombergTV @markets to discuss the approval and what it means for the industry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1745498188084085210) 2024-01-11T17:29Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "Community-Sourced Session Voting is open for @CoinDesk's @consensus2024 BA's proposed session "Crypto and the Supreme Court" will feature @TuongvyLe12 and @jchervinsky moderated by BA's Laura Sanders. Vote here and we will see you in Austin" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1748396657316606399) 2024-01-19T17:27Z 34.7K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals urging members to reconsider support for proposed legislation that could cripple the domestic digital assets industry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377177413197877) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, 38.4K engagements "2/ At issue: a damaging billthe Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Actthat would hinder future innovation in digital assets augment govt surveillance power over citizens & surrender any advantage the US currently has in the competition for supremacy in digital asset tech" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377179057263052) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "3/ The letters signatoriesformer military officials & national security professionalsknow the extent & nature of global illicit finance. Because of that real world knowledge they can advise on best practices for stamping out this illegal activity" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377180303036427) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "4/ .They do not recommend punishing an entire class of entrepreneurs and nascent technology based on wild overestimations of illicit finance facilitated by crypto" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377181527761400) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "5/ This is a message Congress needs to hear from this group whose reputations & motivations have been impugned by some who seem unable to conceive of reasons to work in this industry beyond allusions to criminality the urge to subvert the US financial system or otherwise" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377182857392355) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "end/ We hope this letter following our first NatSec-focused letter in Nov will foster a dialogue of collaboration rather than confrontation. Combating illicit finance is too important to succumb to misinformation & misunderstandingsomething even cryptos critics can agree on" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757377184426070430) 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "15/ Experts from the digital asset space including many former military and national security professionals continue to reach out to our policymakers in Congress 1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals urging members to reconsider support for proposed legislation that could cripple the domestic digital assets industry. https://t.co/6bSarhpVP4 https://t.co/uxIqyGp1AY 1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1758530697537445941) 2024-02-16T16:36Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "16/ They look forward to partnering with elected leaders to find policy solutions that help keep the United States safe in the realm of emerging technologies. Many will be meeting with Congressional offices on March 14" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1758530699076809141) 2024-02-16T16:36Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "1/ BA is thrilled to welcome our newest member @RioRestaking" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1760677765265932468) 2024-02-22T14:47Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "2/ @RioRestaking is an industry leader in restaking the next exciting innovation in blockchain technology which helps leverage network security to scale chains while optimizing for decentralization" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1760677767258202325) 2024-02-22T14:47Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "2/ The right to financial privacy is protected by the Constitution" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1762212046517526790) 2024-02-26T20:24Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "End/ We applaud the introduction of the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act in the Senate legislation aimed at preventing a CBDC from being issued in the United States. Any CBDC that is not open permissionless and private like cash is a surveillance tool that will be mobilized to oppress the American way of life. I am proud to have @SenTedCruz lead the Senate companion of our CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act. Any CBDC that is not open permissionless and private like cash is a surveillance tool that will be mobilized to oppress the American way of life. I am proud to have @SenTedCruz lead the" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1762212047503110417) 2024-02-26T20:24Z 34.8K followers, [----] engagements "1/ We extend our thanks to @PatrickMcHenry for reintroducing the "Financial Services Innovation Act" which uses a sandbox model to foster responsible innovation while protecting consumers" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1762561128024965590) 2024-02-27T19:31Z 34.8K followers, [----] engagements "1/ @BebaCollection and @fund_defi have sued the SEC challenging its aggressive regulation by enforcement strategy related to the digital asset industry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1772319679366717677) 2024-03-25T17:48Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "2/ The SEC's unwritten rule treating nearly all digital assets as securitieseven if there is no investment of moneyleaves Beba and the DeFi Education Fund with no choice but to seek clarity through legal action" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1772319680817971566) 2024-03-25T17:48Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Today BA filed an amicus brief in United States v. Storm highlighting a critical flaw in the government's prosecution of Tornado Cash developers Roman Storm and Roman Semenov. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-dojs-case-against-tornado-cash-developers/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-dojs-case-against-tornado-cash-developers/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1776345227717951600) 2024-04-05T20:24Z 35.2K followers, 39.6K engagements "2/ The indictment's portrayal of the government's money-transmitter charges lacks substance primarily because the indictment fails to allege facts demonstrating defendants or Tornado Cashs control over the funds at issue" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1776345228862968065) 2024-04-05T20:24Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "5/ In contrast to the relatively small share of illicit activity in digital assets a recent report estimates that $3.1 trillion in illicit funds flowed through the global financial system last year. https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/nasdaq-releases-first-global-financial-crime-report-measuring-the-scale-and-human#::text=The%202024%20Global%20Financial%20Crime%2411%20billion%20in%20terrorist%20financing" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777444578951315568) 2024-04-08T21:13Z 34.9K followers, [---] engagements "6/ Blockchains are transparent. Transactions on blockchains are transparent and immutable which gives law enforcement better insight into this activity than if they had been conducted through traditional methods. Blockchains are transparent. Late last year policymakers regulators and members of the national security community gathered at the #BAPolicySummit in Washington DC where they addressed digital assets and illicit finance. Hear what they said: https://t.co/blAaz2KQz1 https://twitter.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757472289577124249 Blockchains are transparent. Late last year policymakers" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777444580712976710) 2024-04-08T21:13Z 34.9K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Sen Warren sent a letter to Reps McHenry & Waters which argues new regulatory frameworks around the $157B stablecoin marketcould amplify and entrenchrisks rather than mitigate them. That's backwards thinking properly drafted stablecoin legislation helps not hurts" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777786252206408072) 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, 71.6K engagements "2/ Stablecoin settlement is instant cheap and frictionless a more efficient way to move value around the globe. Treasury the Fed and policymakers agree that Congress should act on stablecoin legislation to protect consumers and our national security" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777786253464703088) 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "3/ Stablecoins are critical to the continued global dominance of the US dollar. @DDisparte explains that stablecoin legislation asserts U.S. leadership over digital dollars everywhere irrespective of their form factor. https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2024/04/08/crypto-does-not-have-an-illicit-finance-problem-bad-actors-do/utm_term=organic&utm_content=editorial&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coindesk_main&utm_source=twitter" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777786254647611667) 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "6/ Without action from US regulators and Congress that 1) acknowledges the importance of stablecoins to the market as it stands right now and 2) that the majority of future growth should happen in the US we risk ceding our lead in digital asset development" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777786258753810504) 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "end/ We encourage Congress to act on stablecoin legislation to cement the US dollars primacy around the world and ensure homegrown responsible digital asset innovation flourishes" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1777786260062388254) 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements "The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC on @Uniswap receiving a Wells Notice from the SEC:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1778153242515370406) 2024-04-10T20:09Z 34.9K followers, 10.1K engagements "The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following @Consensys' lawsuit against the SEC: Blockchain Association and the entire digital asset ecosystem stands shoulder to shoulder with Consensys as they take the fight to the SEC challenging the Commissions ever-expanding overreach and aggression. Consensys lawsuit seeks to defend the Ethereum ecosystem a blockchain platform that serves as the basis for innumerable innovations such as stablecoins which are the focus of intense policy debate. Ethereum and similar programmable blockchains are the next" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1783565559818244498) 2024-04-25T18:35Z 35.2K followers, 46.6K engagements "Headed to London this week for the @ftlive Crypto and Digital Assets Summit Don't miss BA's Head of Policy @sarahamilby on Thursday with @NatalieElphicke @BrianQuintenz and Sasha Skoryk. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1775946609907429699 Catch BAs @sarahamilby at @ftlive on May [--] in London as she discusses the U.S. regulatory environment and why the worlds next global hub for digital assets might be overseas with @NatalieElphicke @BrianQuintenz and Sasha Skoryk. Register: https://t.co/lVpzyTOXFP #FTCrypto https://t.co/BZBKhW4I84 https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1775946609907429699" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1787527776733429950) 2024-05-06T17:00Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "2/ Crypto as a voting issue could present a key opportunity for political candidates" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1787819076057756153) 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.3K followers, 43.7K engagements "3/ And voters are eager to hear more and want candidates to join the conversation around digital currency" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1787819077529935990) 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "4/ Importantly these same voters believe that crypto levels the playing field for building financial health" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1787819079090176007) 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today the House voted to strike down SAB [---] a harmful anti-crypto accounting bulletin issued by the SEC in [----]. Beyond its harm to market participants SAB [---] was illegally published as guidance not subject to notice and comment" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1788333691514614140) 2024-05-08T22:22Z 37.8K followers, 11K engagements "2/ SAB [---] is a rule and the public shouldve had a chance to weigh in. Instead the SEC skirted the APA depriving the public of their opportunity to be heard" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1788333693943067100) 2024-05-08T22:22Z 35.3K followers, [---] engagements "Proud to see @Krakenfx continue to fight the SEC's overreach in court. As @msantoriesq points out this lawsuit further underscores the need for a regulatory framework from Congress. We stand with Kraken in pursuing regulatory clarity to ensure US crypto innovation can flourish. Last night @krakenfx fired back at the SEC with its final brief in the motion to dismiss the SECs complaint. The SEC had its opportunity to tell the Court what precisely is the investment contract that supposedly trades on Kraken. But they couldn't. 1/🧵 Last night @krakenfx fired back at the SEC with its final brief" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1788953113493196810) 2024-05-10T15:23Z 35.4K followers, 22.3K engagements "President Trumps remarks signal a sea change in the importance of digital assets this election cycle said @KMSmithDC CEO of the Blockchain Association a top crypto industry lobbying group. Reporting by @Jasper_Goodman https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/10/trump-crypto-biden-00157051 https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/10/trump-crypto-biden-00157051" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1788963540562260350) 2024-05-10T16:05Z 35.3K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today @RepWileyNickel sent a letter to Chair Gensler saying the SECs open hostility toward the digital assets industry isnt serving Pres. Bidens best interests. A stark warning from a democratic representative especially in an election year. https://twitter.com/RepWileyNickel/status/1790776562050052248 Today I sent a letter to @SECGov Chair Gary Gensler calling on the agency to withdraw its Staff Accounting Bulletin [---]. Unfortunately the SEC is turning #crypto into a political football & forcing @POTUS to unnecessarily choose sides on an issue that matters to many Americans." [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1790783051074609474) 2024-05-15T16:35Z 35.4K followers, 10.8K engagements "1/ Bipartisanship is rare in todays American politics. Today we encourage the Senate to vote to #RepealSAB121 a harmful accounting bulletin that was illegally published as guidance not subject to notice and comment" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103823156572218) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 37.8K followers, 43.1K engagements "2/ At 11:30 AM ET the Senate will vote on whether to repeal this misguided SEC rule. Debate begins at [--] AM ET. Watch live: https://www.senate.gov/legislative/floor_activity_pail.htm https://www.senate.gov/legislative/floor_activity_pail.htm" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103824398106742) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "5/ Congressman @RepWileyNickel (D-NC) penned an op-ed with @USRepMikeFlood (R-NE) encouraging the Senate to #RepealSAB121. https://blockworks.co/news/senate-gensler-sec-overturn-sab-121 https://blockworks.co/news/senate-gensler-sec-overturn-sab-121" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103828311285884) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "6/ Their message is clear: We need a repeal of SAB [---] for the future of our digital economy the safe custody of cryptocurrencies and the good of the American investor" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103829758373921) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "8/ The concerns extend beyond the digital asset industry other groups including the Conference of State Bank Supervisors have also expressed concerns. https://www.csbs.org/SAB121 https://www.csbs.org/SAB121" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103832971198740) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "end/ We look forward to a bipartisan vote in the Senate to #RepealSAB121 today and encourage President Biden to allow this anti-innovation provision to be struck down" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791103834334392689) 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an anti-innovation accounting bulletin which was improperly issued by the SEC in 2022" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147043526001090) 2024-05-16T16:41Z 37.8K followers, 99.1K engagements "2/ The tally a stunning [--] Yeas in the Senate vote sends a strong signal that both houses of Congress across the political divide clearly disapprove of this rule" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147044855337081) 2024-05-16T16:41Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "3/ With the American public having weighed in via the legislative process the SAB [---] CRA now goes to President Bidens desk" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147045895487746) 2024-05-16T16:41Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements "1/ With the consensus of our membership BA is supportive of a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21) a bill that establishes a new regulatory framework for the digital asset industry. 🧵 https://rules.house.gov/bill/118/hr-4763 https://rules.house.gov/bill/118/hr-4763" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791216127793652099) 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.6K followers, 14.1K engagements "6/ Founders investors as well as users and consumers are unable to fully embrace new technological developments if theyre not sure how the government views emerging technologies" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791216136157077628) 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "7/ Whats crystal clear is that the SEC wants to chase crypto and blockchain technology out of the country. Their anti-crypto campaign is accelerating and we need to send a signal: Congress is where crypto policy gets made" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791216137465639078) 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Today @BlockchainAssn members sent a letter to @SpeakerJohnson and @RepJeffries in support of a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21). https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-Membership-Letter-of-Support-for-H.R.-4763-Floor-Vote.pdf https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-Membership-Letter-of-Support-for-H.R.-4763-Floor-Vote.pdf" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1792527963130405130) 2024-05-20T12:09Z 35.7K followers, 132.3K engagements "1/ Blockchain Association stands firmly with @Uniswap which today responded to the Wells notice it received from the SEC: https://blog.uniswap.org/the-fight-for-defi-continues https://blog.uniswap.org/the-fight-for-defi-continues" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1792972282387935396) 2024-05-21T17:34Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today presents an opportunity for the U.S. to continue the conversation on how best to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets. BA supports a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21). https://www.standwithcrypto.org/action/email https://www.standwithcrypto.org/action/email" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1793283270161080601) 2024-05-22T14:10Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "Today's vote on #FIT21 marks a milestone for crypto in Washington. Tune in to @BloombergTV Balance of Power at 5:20 PM ET for a discussion on the bill the votes and what to expect next with @KMSmithDC @kaileyleinz and @JMathieuReports. https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1793316611304124609) 2024-05-22T16:22Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "Todays house passage of #FIT21 marks a watershed moment for our industry today [---] representatives in Congress an overwhelming bipartisan majority voted for the future of crypto. https://theblockchainassociation.org/house-passage-of-fit21-act-is-watershed-moment-for-crypto-industry/ 1/ #FIT21 passed the House today with [---] votes. Todays bipartisan support signals that both parties see the value in working towards establishing clear guidelines to enable innovation while prioritizing consumer safeguards. Sounds simple but the journey here hasnt been." [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1793398812586680401) 2024-05-22T21:49Z 35.7K followers, 46.7K engagements "Today marks another landmark moment for the U.S. crypto industry as the SEC approved several spot $ETH ETF applications. Statement from @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC on todays news:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1793764271387500886) 2024-05-23T22:01Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today @KMSmithDC sent a letter to Pres. Biden (@POTUS) encouraging a signature on H.J.Res. [---] a bipartisan bill that repeals #SAB121. This weeks vote on #FIT21 shows the desire to keep digital asset innovation in the US is shared across party lines. https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-CEO-Letter-to-President-Biden-on-H.J.Res_.-109.pdf https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-CEO-Letter-to-President-Biden-on-H.J.Res_.-109.pdf" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1793978994162827337) 2024-05-24T12:14Z 35.8K followers, 27.1K engagements "Thank you to @centrifuge @rwasummit for an incredible event yesterday. @KMSmithDC joined @RebeccaRettig1 @TuongvyLe12 and @julie_stitzel to discuss the pro-crypto political momentum building in DC. @0xPolygon @Anchorage @DCGco @superstatefunds" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1795841594215838097) 2024-05-29T15:36Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "With the political winds shifting what is the outlook for crypto policy post-election @KMSmithDC will discuss with BA members @billhughesdc @leelaughs5x @CraigSalm along with @USCHill at @TheTieIO tomorrow @Consensys @AvaLabs @Grayscale @paritytech https://x.com/TheTieIO/status/1788566084037038387 Join us at InnovateAustin for an expert panel discussion Navigating Crypto Regulation Amidst US Election Uncertainty featuring: - Chrissy Hill (@USCHill) COO (Interim) & Chief Legal Officer @ Parity Technologies (@paritytech) - Bill Hughes (@billhughesdc) Senior Counsel & https://t.co/Gy8OGxhfSC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1795919613055688717) 2024-05-29T20:46Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "Dont miss BAs @LauraCSanders moderating the @Consensus2024 session Cryptos Road to the Supreme Court Thursday at 12:30 PM CT on the Money Reimagined stage. She will be joined by @Anchorage Digitals @TuongvyLe12 @coincenters @valkenburgh and Alexis Zhang from Jones Day" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1796182086551814527) 2024-05-30T14:09Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today despite bipartisan support Pres Biden vetoed the repeal of SAB [---] the SECs punitive anti-crypto accounting guidelines. Were disappointed that the admin chose to overrule bipartisan majorities in both Houses of Congress who recognized the harm created by SAB 121" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1796678847938568477) 2024-05-31T23:03Z 35.8K followers, 194K engagements "2/ The bipartisan repeal of SAB [---] coupled with the impressive showing in the House last week for the FIT21 market structure bill demonstrates that Congress is waking up to its proper role as the policymaker for regulation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1796678849888927950) 2024-05-31T23:03Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "Last month marked a turning point for crypto in DC. Tune in to @BloombergTV at 11:10 AM ET to hear @KMSmithDC discuss what's next after #FIT21 Biden's veto of the #SAB121 repeal and crypto's emergence as a key election issue. With @CarolineHydeTV on https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1797623671965798428) 2024-06-03T13:37Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "The crypto industry is more organized than ever before and we now have all of the pieces in place to advocate for smart policy." - @KMSmithDC for @Cointelegraph https://cointelegraph.com/news/fit21-bill-crypto-congress-cftc-sec-us https://cointelegraph.com/news/fit21-bill-crypto-congress-cftc-sec-us" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1797983411757576592) 2024-06-04T13:27Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "This week @KMSmithDC keynotes @thelsuite_co [----] Crypto Offsite in Montreal. The event brings together General Counsels for cutting-edge discussions on the future of digital finance including crypto's role in policy and the U.S. election. More info: https://events.lsuite.co/crypto-offsite2024 https://events.lsuite.co/crypto-offsite2024" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1800266892424216856) 2024-06-10T20:40Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "We're looking forward to @Permissionless III in Salt Lake City this October. @KMSmithDC recently sat down with @Blockworks_ for an in depth discussion on digital asset policy and what to expect this fall: https://mail.blockworks.com/p/permissionless-preview-kristin-smith-regulating-crypto https://mail.blockworks.com/p/permissionless-preview-kristin-smith-regulating-crypto" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1800881228083769849) 2024-06-12T13:21Z 35.7K followers, [----] engagements "8 billion forms and [--] billion hours of burdensome work costing $254 billion. That's what the IRS's proposed broker rule would result in. Today we filed a comment letter arguing the proposed rule violates the Paperwork Reduction Act. 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed a comment letter pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding the IRSs proposed broker rule. Bottom line: it would be a violation of the PRA to finalize a rule that would yield over [--] billion forms. https://t.co/t3dQaDvW9i 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed a comment letter pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding the IRSs" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1804196055392612461) 2024-06-21T16:53Z 35.8K followers, 10.1K engagements "Today's SEC lawsuit against @Consensys is an attack on the more than [--] million users of crypto in the United States. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC: https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchain-association-statement-on-sec-v-consensys/ Consensys fully expected the SEC to follow through on its threat to claim our MetaMask software interface must register as a securities broker. The SEC has been pursuing an anti-crypto agenda led by ad hoc enforcement action. This is just the latest example of its regulatory" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1806768142225441249) 2024-06-28T19:14Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "Today we filed an amicus brief in support of @custodiabank's case against the Fed explaining the critical need for industry to have safe banking options. Our Head of Legal @MTCoppel explains below 👇 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 10th Circuit in support of @custodiabank's case against the Fed. Our brief tells the story of debanking crypto and why it is crucial for industry participants to have safe banking options. https://t.co/GVyoOSfGWb https://t.co/mHKrAuXHtc 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 10th Circuit in support of @custodiabank's case" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1808603065974730783) 2024-07-03T20:45Z 35.7K followers, 13.5K engagements "1/ Crypto policy is front and center in Washington today. As our CEO @KMSmithDC joins a roundtable led by @RepRoKhanna and reps from the White House the Senate Agriculture Committee hosts @CFTCbehnam for a hearing on digital commodities. https://x.com/KMSmithDC/status/1810778769592045752 1/ This week Im honored to join a roundtable discussion with leaders across the crypto industry led by @RepRoKhanna a staunch advocate for blockchain technology. Crypto by its nature is nonpartisan. And its critical these conversations in Washington are bipartisan." [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1811058981944590804) 2024-07-10T15:24Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you @USRepMikeFlood and Rep @WileyNickel for your steadfast leadership and commitment to rolling back this punitive anti-crypto SEC accounting bulletin. After passing the House and Senate with bipartisan support President Biden vetoed H.J. Res. [---] a measure that would have repealed the U.S. Security and Exchange Commissions Staff Accounting Bulletin [---] (SAB 121). Today my colleagues have the opportunity to override the https://t.co/srBjO0bUX6 After passing the House and Senate with bipartisan support President Biden vetoed H.J. Res. [---] a measure that would have repealed the U.S." [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1811109508774600928) 2024-07-10T18:45Z 38.2K followers, [----] engagements ""The crypto voter is real." @KMSmithDC discusses this week's roundtable with @RepRoKhanna market structure legislation and the industry's bipartisan momentum in Washington" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1811498201536516315) 2024-07-11T20:30Z 35.8K followers, 29.4K engagements "BA is thrilled to welcome @ArkEcosystem as its newest member. @ArkEcosystem shares our vision of a decentralized future and will bring a wealth of expertise to policy discussions in Washington. Welcome to BA @ArkEcosystem Today ARK joins Blockchain Association @BlockchainAssn is the collective voice for pro-innovation policy in blockchain and digital assets. Their mission aligns with ARKs own as we continue to build decentralized technology that is accessible to all https://t.co/2ZwWnq3YZt https://t.co/NnZKV5l6sL Today ARK joins Blockchain Association @BlockchainAssn is the collective voice" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1813922148525981752) 2024-07-18T13:01Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "BA will be on the ground in Nashville for @TheBitcoinConf this week Connect with BA's @DanSpuller @RonWHammond and Michael Postupak. #Bitcoin2024" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1815496583347409181) 2024-07-22T21:18Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "Today's launch of multiple Ethereum ETFs provides Americans yet another opportunity to access digital asset investments. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1815766405066719681) 2024-07-23T15:10Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements "At this month's @SALTConference @KMSmithDC will join @CaitlinLong_ (@custodiabank) and @nathanmccauley (@Anchorage Digital) for the panel Banking Crypto: Inside the Digital Assets Industry's Fight for Equal Access. https://www.salt.org/events/2024-wyoming#speakers https://www.salt.org/events/2024-wyoming#speakers" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1821268432211300709) 2024-08-07T19:33Z 35.8K followers, 28.6K engagements "Congratulations to BA Member @Ripple on yesterday's outcome. The SECs campaign against crypto is weakening. The courts continue to acknowledge that the SEC is engaged in regulation by enforcement and were grateful for industry champions like Ripple for their steadfast leadership in fighting this regulatory overreach. The SEC asked for $2B and the Court reduced their demand by 94% recognizing that they had overplayed their hand. We respect the Courts decision and have clarity to continue growing our company. This is a victory for Ripple the industry and the rule of law. The SECs The SEC asked" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1821534402989420592) 2024-08-08T13:10Z 36.1K followers, 32.3K engagements "1/ We are proud to welcome @GEODNET_ as Blockchain Associations newest member GEODNETs decentralized Real-Time Kinematics (RTK) positioning system demonstrates a 100x improvement in accuracy compared to GPS. Web2 meets #Web3. Blockchain meets the real world. #DePIN #IoT" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1823054683067359651) 2024-08-12T17:51Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "1/ This week we filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request digging into possible correspondence between the SEC and certain custody institutions with guidance on how to skirt SAB121 requirements. Reported by @CapitolAccount this may signal a large carveout for a small number of legacy banks that leaves others including those that service the crypto industry without answers. 🧵 https://www.capitolaccountdc.com/p/furor-at-fdic-gop-director-accusesr=q4tx5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1829297533165744349) 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, 57.7K engagements "2/ The SECs targeting of crypto through regulation by enforcement is well known but this may indicate a new strategy in their war on our industry: Protecting legacy institutions from compliance with expensive nonsensical rules while continuing to use those same rules against those institutions that service the digital asset industry" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1829297534763774164) 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements "3/ As a reminder SAB121 is a punitive arbitrary anti-crypto accounting bulletin issued by the SEC. Its unpopular on both sides of the aisle. In fact both the House and Senate voted overwhelmingly in favor of striking down this rule. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147043526001090 1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an anti-innovation accounting bulletin which was improperly issued by the SEC in [----]. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147043526001090 1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1829297536307454083) 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements "BAs @sarahamilby recently joined @DECAustralias Global Digital Assets Regulatory Summit as the opening keynote speaker providing an overview of the regulatory and policy landscape in the U.S. https://youtu.be/o_Rk4fGzKSksi=ChzQ5O3izWVUlmC1 https://youtu.be/o_Rk4fGzKSksi=ChzQ5O3izWVUlmC1" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1831427567108419908) 2024-09-04T20:22Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "This morning at [--] AM ET Congress will hold its first-ever hearing on DeFi a historic moment for the industry in Washington. BA members @RebeccaRettig1 (@0xPolygon) and Brian Avello (@udhc_com) will testify on the future of decentralized finance. Tune in live: https://financialservices.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspxEventID=409331 https://financialservices.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspxEventID=409331" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1833501276153262293) 2024-09-10T13:42Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "The race to the White House always draws the biggest headlines but the day-to-day policy battles for the industry have largely been in Congress." @RonwHammond on the importance of Congress's role in crafting crypto policy in @Cointelegraph: https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-elections-crypto-future-us https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-elections-crypto-future-us" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1834571837918830650) 2024-09-13T12:36Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC @BlockchainAssn will lead a groundbreaking DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and briefing. Trailblazing BA members @Helium @GEODNET_ @FilFoundation @protocollabs @Storj @CESS_Storage @multicoincap and @coinfund_io will participate" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1837155699450581428) 2024-09-20T15:43Z 36.1K followers, 16.7K engagements "2/ We agree with @RepMaxineWaters and @PatrickMcHenry that we need bipartisan stablecoin legislation and are encouraged by @RepMaxineWaterss goals for the rest of the year: Before the end of this year I want us to strike a grand bargain on stablecoins and other long overdue bills" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838586192205373664) 2024-09-24T14:28Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements "3/ SEC Commissioner @HesterPeirce: Weve taken a legally imprecise view to mask the regulatory lack of clarity" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838589602724012453) 2024-09-24T14:41Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements "5/ Commissioner @HesterPeirce provides insight as to the SECs motivation for avoiding legal clarity when it comes to digital asset enforcement: https://x.com/FinancialCmte/status/1838595673828295114 #WATCH: Chairman @PatrickMcHenry presses Chair Gensler on the @SECGov's record of regulatory uncertainty. Amid stonewalling from Gensler @HesterPeirce sets the record straight. "We're trying to be ambiguous because the legal precision carries with it real implications." 📺👇 https://t.co/mqe8XQqyQi https://x.com/FinancialCmte/status/1838595673828295114 #WATCH: Chairman @PatrickMcHenry presses" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838603280751960288) 2024-09-24T15:35Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements "9/ @RepRitchie asks Why is a Yankee ticket not a security" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838619184651211042) 2024-09-24T16:39Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "10/ @RepRitchie addressing Gensler on his idiosyncratic interpretation of the Supreme Courts theory: An expectation of profit could be retrospectively attributed to just about any collectibleany piece of art or any piece of music" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838619577606979895) 2024-09-24T16:40Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "11/ It's so open ended that itit blurs the line between collectible and security between art and security. To Crenshaw: Does requiring artists and musicians to register art and music with the SEC raise a First Amendment concern" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838619578974294225) 2024-09-24T16:40Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "12/ @RepWileyNickel: The [--] million americans who own crypto have watched the SEC under your leadership Chair Gensler in shock and disbelief that you continue to treat their investments as illegitimate" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838627544108540181) 2024-09-24T17:12Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "13/ @RepWileyNickel re bipartisan vote to rescind SAB 121: The SEC overstepped its authoritydo you have any regrets Gensler: I think that SAB [---] helped public companies understand that crypto is a liability" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838628208121401736) 2024-09-24T17:14Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements "15/ @RepJohnRose on the Special Purpose Broker Dealer (SPBD): It was reported in May that Prometheum had soft-launched its #ETH custody servicegiven that Ether was not registered and did not receive an exemption would Prometheum be able to custody Ether using its SPBD Gensler: Under the SPBD regimefirms are not to custody non-securities. https://x.com/RepJohnRose/status/1838628903851823321 https://x.com/RepJohnRose/status/1838628903851823321" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838632408238702815) 2024-09-24T17:31Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "16/ @RepDonaldsPress asked how a digital asset regulatory sandbox would function within #FIT21. @HesterPeirce: It would allow for people to come in on a small scale and try thingsso the come in and register that you heard from the SEC a lot could be brought to life because people could actually come in and say these are the conditions that were gonna comply with and they could go out and try somethingthey wouldnt have to wait to get through an SEC approval process that never finishes" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838641713725784569) 2024-09-24T18:08Z 37.6K followers, [----] engagements "End/ ICYMI: Ahead of the hearing yesterday a group of @FinancialCmte policymakers sent letters to several financial regulators asking about interagency communications around #SAB121 https://financialservices.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspxDocumentID=409392 https://financialservices.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspxDocumentID=409392" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1838957076707467548) 2024-09-25T15:01Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements "The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association Policy Counsel Laura Sanders following todays decision to deny dismissal in U.S. v. Storm:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1839421769439920243) 2024-09-26T21:48Z 36K followers, [----] engagements "BAs #DePIN Capitol Hill Fly-in and staff briefing is set for Oct. [--]. Lawmakers will get an up-close look at how #DePIN is revolutionizing infrastructure. Featuring insights from BA members @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @multicoincap @coinfund_io @protocollabs and @Storj. 1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC @BlockchainAssn will lead a groundbreaking DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and briefing. Trailblazing BA members @Helium @GEODNET_ @FilFoundation @protocollabs @Storj @CESS_Storage @multicoincap and @coinfund_io will participate. https://t.co/wtk36IEXTE 1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1839735657536851999) 2024-09-27T18:35Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "We cant wait to see trailblazing members and industry leaders @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj tomorrow on Capitol Hill for our #DePIN Fly-In and Hill briefing 1/Tomorrow @BlockchainAssn will host one of our most impactful Capitol Hill fly-ins since we opened our doors and it could not happen at a more opportune moment. https://t.co/RTRPxDRciy 1/Tomorrow @BlockchainAssn will host one of our most impactful Capitol Hill fly-ins since we opened our doors and it could not happen at a more opportune moment. https://t.co/RTRPxDRciy" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1841140493918335413) 2024-10-01T15:37Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "Todays the day We're thrilled to host our inaugural #DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and staff briefing This event will showcase the next wave of technology to lawmakers focusing on how DePIN DeVIN and DeGIN are revolutionizing infrastructure through decentralized networks. Joining us are industry leaders from @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1841483856530100308) 2024-10-02T14:22Z 38.1K followers, 20.6K engagements "The BA #DePIN lunch briefing is underway in the House Committee on Financial Services room on Capitol Hill. Leaders from @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io & @Storj are discussing the future of blockchain with legislators" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1841521845620842762) 2024-10-02T16:53Z 36K followers, 21.7K engagements "What a day BA members and industry leaders @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj spent their Wednesday meeting with Congressional offices. Thank you lawmakers for taking the time to learn about our transformative industry and thank you BA members for participating" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1841666317784363491) 2024-10-03T02:27Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "BAs @sarahamilby will be traveling to London for #Meridian2024 this month to join @staffordphilip @StellarOrgs Candace Kelly and @Caro_Malcolm for the panel Is Regulation a Barrier to DeFi Product Adoption We hope to see you there https://meridian.stellar.org/ https://meridian.stellar.org/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1842297625485455531) 2024-10-04T20:15Z 36.1K followers, 12.1K engagements ".@cryptocom's leadership sends a clear message to the SEC: The crypto industry is here for good. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC: Today https://t.co/pFc4Pz9nFR filed suit against the SEC to protect the future of crypto in the U.S.: https://t.co/kXxyhF7zFe Today https://t.co/pFc4Pz9nFR filed suit against the SEC to protect the future of crypto in the U.S.: https://t.co/kXxyhF7zFe" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1843703305668895068) 2024-10-08T17:21Z 36.1K followers, 48K engagements "Packed house for the @Permissionless panel Crypto & The November Election with @KMSmithDC @jchervinsky @iampaulgrewal @CFTCquintenz and @GOPMajorityWhip" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1844050992243089868) 2024-10-09T16:23Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "Were looking forward to @RonwHammond at @Permissionless today as he discusses tax policy with the IRSs @seththetaxman for the session Wen Tax Framework Looking forward to @Permissionless next week. Our staff will be in Salt Lake City and participating in multiple sessions including BAs @RonwHammond who will be discussing tax policy with the IRS @seththetaxman https://t.co/khsvGETncW Looking forward to @Permissionless next week. Our staff will be in Salt Lake City and participating in multiple sessions including BAs @RonwHammond who will be discussing tax policy with the IRS @seththetaxman" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1844769799542391096) 2024-10-11T15:59Z 36K followers, [----] engagements "Looking forward to the @RWAsummit in NYC where BAs @sarahamilby will be joining Sarah Chen of @CahillGordon Eli Cohen of @centrifuge John McCarthy of @FireblocksHQ and @DCGcos @julie_stitzel to discuss the post-election outlook for RWAs and potential for regulatory tailwinds. https://www.rwasummit.io/new-york-2024 https://www.rwasummit.io/new-york-2024" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1844828619115479151) 2024-10-11T19:53Z 36K followers, [----] engagements "Four years ago the @Filecoin mainnet launched beginning what is now the largest decentralized data storage marketplace. Happy birthday" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1846172100349846001) 2024-10-15T12:51Z 36K followers, [----] engagements "As we approach a pivotal election we're honored to invite the next President of the United States to address our industry at the #BAPolicySummit in December. 1/ Were two weeks from Election Day. The crypto industry experienced a defining year in Washington but our work is just beginning. Today were honored to invite the next President of the United States to address our industry at this years #BAPolicySummit. https://t.co/RnRMKQTFXV 1/ Were two weeks from Election Day. The crypto industry experienced a defining year in Washington but our work is just beginning. Today were honored to invite" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1848757716644151398) 2024-10-22T16:06Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "2/ @Ripple plays a pivotal role in building breakthrough crypto solutions for a world without economic borders" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1849449046802403761) 2024-10-24T13:53Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "3/ We're thrilled to have @Ripple leadership at the event this year" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1849449048299737134) 2024-10-24T13:53Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "1/ BA thanks @a16zcrypto for their support of the [----] #BAPolicySummit" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1849873263041884413) 2024-10-25T17:58Z 42.2K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Blockchain Association is excited to announce our participation as a grantee in the new @gitcoin Advocacy Round Donations to the round can be made here: #CryptoHereForGood #Gitcoin https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/round/42161/648/9 https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/round/42161/648/9" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1851272620554981723) 2024-10-29T14:39Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "1/ Hundreds of millions of dollars. Thats what Chair Genslers anti-innovation crypto crusade cost just a small slice of the industry along with an immeasurable loss of jobs innovation and U.S. tech investment. https://theblockchainassociation.org/regulation-by-enforcement/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/regulation-by-enforcement/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1851966109668311336) 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, 34.4K engagements "2/ Its clear that under Chair Gensler the crypto industry found itself an outsized target of a hostile SEC with more than [---] enforcement actions brought against the industry through [----] alone. https://theblockchainassociation.org/chair-genslers-sec-regulation-by-enforcement-regime-cost-crypto-industry-more-than-400-million-dollars-and-counting/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/chair-genslers-sec-regulation-by-enforcement-regime-cost-crypto-industry-more-than-400-million-dollars-and-counting/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1851966111136248228) 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "3/ Also clear: the American voter is eager for change at the SEC. According to polling from @HarrisXData voters believe that the U.S. has taken the wrong approach toward crypto and that the SEC has been too heavy handed" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1851966112709181832) 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "end/ The industry and the American voter is ready for change and a fair shot. The time of law-fare against our industry must end. That begins with a change of leadership at the SEC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1851966114315559338) 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements "Tune in to today's @Crypto_TownHall with @DanSpuller and @MTCoppel for a discussion on the SEC's anti-crypto crusade and Live at 10:15 AM ET. #CryptoTownHall https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDGLlkWAgyGm http://RegulationbyEnforcement.com https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDGLlkWAgyGm http://RegulationbyEnforcement.com" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1852350795687067955) 2024-11-01T14:03Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements "The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC following @Immutable's Wells notice:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1852424793968001384) 2024-11-01T18:57Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "The larger battlefor legitimacy in the political arenahas already been won. Digital assets have secured their place in Americas financial future regardless of which party controls Congress or occupies the White House writes KMSmithDC in @Unchained_pod ahead of the election 📣 OPINION: Whether Trump or Harris prevails in Tuesdays 🗳 presidential election its clear crypto has ✌already won argues @BlockchainAssns Kristin Smith. https://t.co/AYnEoYfDo6 📣 OPINION: Whether Trump or Harris prevails in Tuesdays 🗳 presidential election its clear crypto has ✌already won argues @BlockchainAssns" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1853414943543980424) 2024-11-04T12:32Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "This year marked a turning point for the crypto industry with a vocal crypto advocate an engaged crypto voter and a mature and organized industry but our efforts are just beginning. Smart policymaking is an art not a science that will take time to materialize into law. Our industry is preparing for the future more optimistic than ever before. @KMSmithDC for @crypto with reporting by @olgakharif https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-11-05/crypto-s-political-donation-machine-is-just-getting-startedutm_source=website&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=copy" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1853922200744837397) 2024-11-05T22:07Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "Crypto is on the ballot. Tune in soon: @KMSmithDC will provide insights on key races to watch and live analysis on @BitcoinMagazines election coverage. LIVE: Election Day [----] by #Bitcoin Magazine https://t.co/BrCxIu3MtP LIVE: Election Day [----] by #Bitcoin Magazine https://t.co/BrCxIu3MtP" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1853962375331749947) 2024-11-06T00:47Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Blockchain Association is excited to welcome Tephra Digital one of the industrys top institutional asset managers as its newest member #TephraDigital #Bitcoin #DigitalAssets #Blockchain #Crypto #BlockchainAssociation #StandWithCrypto #Policy #Innovation #Regulation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1856764200535630195) 2024-11-13T18:20Z 36.3K followers, [----] engagements ""Chair Gensler should do whats right for the markets the Commissions reputation and American innovation. Its time to stand down" writes @KMSmithDC for @FortuneCrypto. https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/11/19/the-secs-gary-gensler-must-refrain-from-doing-more-harm-to-crypto-on-his-way-out-the-door/ https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/11/19/the-secs-gary-gensler-must-refrain-from-doing-more-harm-to-crypto-on-his-way-out-the-door/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1858897770922553673) 2024-11-19T15:38Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today a U.S. District Court struck down the SECs Dealer Rule following a lawsuit filed by BA and @CryptoFreedomTX. Statement from Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC: https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-and-cfat-prevail-against-sec-dealer-rule-struck-down/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-and-cfat-prevail-against-sec-dealer-rule-struck-down/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1859657449856463077) 2024-11-21T17:57Z 37K followers, 73.4K engagements "1/ Today Blockchain Association submitted a letter to President-elect Trump and the new Congress outlining priorities impacting the crypto industry to consider in the first [---] days. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-submits-letter-to-president-elect-trump-and-the-new-congress-outlining-crypto-priorities-for-first-100-days/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-submits-letter-to-president-elect-trump-and-the-new-congress-outlining-crypto-priorities-for-first-100-days/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1859947593012572337) 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, 59.6K engagements "2/ The path to smart crypto regulation is clear: Congress must lead on market structure & stablecoin legislation. When Washington works together we can protect consumers AND unlock the next wave of financial innovation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1859947595445248253) 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements "3/ The senseless debanking of crypto companies must end. How can American innovators compete globally when they can't even access basic banking services We're talking about legitimate businesses that create jobs and pay taxes. This discrimination hurts US competitiveness" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1859947597794050506) 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements "📢Were excited to welcome Senate Banking Ranking Member @votetimscott to the #BAPolicySummit stage next month https://theblockchainassociation.org/policy-summit-2024/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/policy-summit-2024/" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1860005415045726595) 2024-11-22T17:00Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements "This morning at 11:30 AM ET on @BloombergTV @KMSmithDC will join @CarolineHydeTV and @EdLudlow to discuss crypto's post-election outlook SEC Chair Gensler's announced resignation and our policy priority list to Pres. Trump & Congress. Tune in live: https://www.bloomberg.com/live https://www.bloomberg.com/live" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1861068302434353268) 2024-11-25T15:23Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements ""Crypto is going to be a big part of our economy in the future.if we don't get the rules right now we're going to miss out on that in the United States." @KMSmithDC discussed the need for regulatory clarity for crypto this morning on @BloombergTV with @CarolineHydeTV" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1861102446791078164) 2024-11-25T17:39Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements "1/ Today the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in the Tornado Cash case brought by users of the software (Van Loon v. Treasury) finding immutable smart contracts (lines of privacy-enabling software code) are not the property of a foreign national or entity. This is yet another big win for the industry. Great summary and analysis 👇 This is yet another big win for the industry. Great summary and analysis 👇" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1861560846305919241) 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements "2/ The Court also found that OFAC overstepped its congressionally defined authority and importantly recognized legitimate reasons a law-abiding person would want to use a mixer like Tornado Cash" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1861560847811674287) 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements "End/ This marks another major win for the crypto industry and for the right to develop privacy technology in the United States. The ruling sets an important precedent for future cases involving privacy-enhancing tools. Privacy is normal" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1861560849023852986) 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following President-elect Trump's nomination of Paul Atkins for SEC Chairman:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1864367780776038439) 2024-12-04T17:54Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements "1/ We are thrilled to announce that one of cryptos greatest champions @FinancialCmte chairman @PatrickMcHenry will join us at the #BAPolicySummit in just under two weeks" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1864387477420622267) 2024-12-04T19:13Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "A heartfelt thank you to @hedera for sponsoring this years #BAPolicySummit. Your support fuels the progress we are making in DC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1864678490206802112) 2024-12-05T14:29Z 37K followers, 19.2K engagements "We deeply appreciate @DCGco for its generous support of the #BAPolicySummit. Partnerships like yours are critical to our events success" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1864765916090646819) 2024-12-05T20:16Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following President-elect Trump's naming of @DavidSacks for White House AI and Crypto Czar:" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1864850373854351473) 2024-12-06T01:52Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you @CESS_Storage one of our newest members for sponsoring the #BAPolicySummit. Your engagement and support is vital to our success in DC" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1865058729139270039) 2024-12-06T15:40Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements "Excited to share that @RepFrenchHill will take the stage at this months members-only #BAPolicySummit to bring his unique perspective on priorities for Congress and the most pressing policy issues concerning digital assets" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1865092842487480581) 2024-12-06T17:56Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "A big thanks to @Consensys for their year-over-year support of the #BAPolicySummit" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1865123439960301897) 2024-12-06T19:57Z 36.6K followers, [----] engagements "In just [--] days #BAPolicySummit attendees will hear BAs @LauraCSanders @Uniswaps @MinarikLaw @sullcroms @JuddLittleton and Clement & Murphys Erin Murphy discuss the outlook for industry litigation in [----] and beyond" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1865146633052213433) 2024-12-06T21:29Z 36.5K followers, [---] engagements "A big thank you to industry champion @coinbase for sponsoring this years #BAPolicySummit. Your support and leadership is critical to our industrys success in Washington" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1865488249663201435) 2024-12-07T20:07Z 36.6K followers, [----] engagements "1/ We're thrilled to welcome @iotex_io to BA @iotex_io leads DePIN as the only modular infrastructure that offers a full stack of tech for building decentralized composable and interoperable DePIN projects" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1866176438996525317) 2024-12-09T17:41Z 37.1K followers, 26K engagements "2/ As a unified DePIN layer @iotex_io hosts 50+ DePIN projects across multiple chains and ecosystemsempowering everyone to build and benefit from DePIN" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1866176440330240208) 2024-12-09T17:41Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "End/ The deep expertise @iotex_io brings will add an important voice to BA as policymakers and regulators in DC are showing an increased interest in the #DePIN sector. Learn more here: https://iotex.io/links https://iotex.io/links" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1866176441458597934) 2024-12-09T17:41Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "Were excited for next week's #BAPolicySummit where @SenatorTimScott and @msantoriESQ Chief Legal Officer at @krakenfx will discuss the outlook for Senate Banking in 2025-26" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1866218274767114526) 2024-12-09T20:28Z 37.2K followers, 26.3K engagements "A big thanks to @Anchorage for sponsoring the #BAPolicySummit Your support is invaluable and we look forward to seeing you in Washington this month" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1866600631030440268) 2024-12-10T21:47Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "We cant wait for the panel Privacy Tech and the Right to Code with BAs own @MTCoppel @aaron_d_mackey of @EFF @amandatums of @fund_defi and Jeff Hetzel of @ConMcPLLC. Catch them and all of our other amazing speakers at the members-only #BAPolicySummit" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1867185476375126304) 2024-12-12T12:31Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements "We are thrilled to welcome Colin McLaren Engagement Director at @CIFonX to the stage for Winning: Crypto and the [----] Elections as our first guest speaker at the #BAPolicySummit" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868701025315778964) 2024-12-16T16:53Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements "Its a cliche but true: personnel is policy. President-elects decision to name David Sacks as crypto & AI czar is a good start and a signal that personnel may bring good new policy in the next administration. https://www.wsj.com/tech/david-sacks-ai-crypto-czar-trump-4e07603c https://www.wsj.com/tech/david-sacks-ai-crypto-czar-trump-4e07603c" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868704358088818996) 2024-12-16T17:06Z 37.1K followers, [---] engagements "What will new personnel mean for big outstanding issues that matter to the crypto community Debanking is a mainstream topic now and the incoming banking regulators can do much to reverse this anti-crypto campaign. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/10/technology/crypto-debanking-trump.html https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/10/technology/crypto-debanking-trump.html" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868704557976735839) 2024-12-16T17:07Z 37.1K followers, [---] engagements "Were back on stage at the #BAPolicySummit with @m_mosier_ Co-Founder of Arktouros PLLC and former Acting Director @FinCENnews joins @RebeccaRettig1 Chief Legal & Policy Officer @0xPolygon to discuss An Opportunity for Positive Policy Reform - Critical Communications Transmitters" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868734890616983980) 2024-12-16T19:08Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements "Up next at the #BAPolicySummit is @CatoInstitute's Director of Financial Regulation Studies @jenniferjschulp and Policy Analyst @JackSolowey who are sitting town to discuss Incoming Congressional Makeup and Outlook for Stablecoin Legislation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868741952256221666) 2024-12-16T19:36Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements "Another great #BAPolicySummit session takes the stage with Jon Lenzner Chief of Staff at the @FBI and @jasonsomensatto Head of Policy for North America at @chainalysis discuss hot topics Crypto AI and National Security" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868751472110059876) 2024-12-16T20:14Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements "Up next BAs own Senior Director of Government Relations @RonwHammond takes the mic at the #BAPolicySummit with Sulolit "Raj" Mukherjee Executive Director Office of Digital Asset Initiative at the IRS to have a conversation on Tax Policy Priorities: A Conversation with IRS" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868762601670557865) 2024-12-16T20:58Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements "The last session day one session at the #BAPolicySummit is already here. @nilminirubin Chief Policy Officer at @hedera sits down with Congressmen @WileyNickel and @USRepMikeFlood to wrap up todays programming with the session Moving the Needle: Market Structure Stablecoins and SAB 121" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868772592418799679) 2024-12-16T21:38Z 37.5K followers, 19.6K engagements "Nickel: my hope for this next Congress is that we keep Democrats on board and do bipartisan legislation so that the new regulations stick and arent undone when control of Congress changes handsthats the only way to get it done" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868774643748028453) 2024-12-16T21:46Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements "Flood: when Schumer voted for SAB121 repeal we thought this is incredible: bucking his own president his own party I think the White House couldnt believe it was happening. Passing that bill in the Senate Rep Scalise said wow this is a real issue a real priority" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868774724429660228) 2024-12-16T21:46Z 36.8K followers, [---] engagements "Flood: when I was in Singapore I heard that unless the U.S. gets on board with digital assets the industry just wont work. The U.S. is the most important country in the work for financial technology and countries we visit say: we want the U.S. to be engaged on digital innovation" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868775397791613067) 2024-12-16T21:49Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements "Flood: when Schumer voted for SAB121 repeal we thought this is incredible: bucking his own president his own party I think the White House couldnt believe it was happening. Passing that bill in the Senate @SteveScalise said wow this is a real issue a real priority" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868775915196747844) 2024-12-16T21:51Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements "A sincere thank you to all our speakers and attendees for contributing to a fantastic first day at the #BAPolicySummit. We greatly appreciated the thought-provoking discussions on stage and the opportunity to engage with our members. Were excited for whats aheadtonights gala dinner another full day of programming and tomorrow evenings holiday party" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868778145060733191) 2024-12-16T22:00Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements "Were honored to share a message from @realDonaldTrump delivered to our members at this evenings annual #BAPolicySummit gala. We look forward to celebrating the inauguration of the countrys first pro-crypto President on Jan [--] backed up by the most pro-crypto Congress ever" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1868829384507105491) 2024-12-17T01:23Z 38.3K followers, 119.2K engagements "Up next were welcoming @NYDFS Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris to the stage at the #BAPolicySummit as she sits for a chat with @StellarOrgs Candace Kelly" [X Link](https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1869044691037233502) 2024-12-17T15:39Z 37.6K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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Social Influence
Social category influence finance cryptocurrencies countries exchanges #1543 stocks technology brands events currencies us election travel destinations
Social topic influence blockchain #205, crypto, coinbase #292, united states, finance, future, ceo #2237, sec, in the, decentralized
Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @skmersinger @kmsmithdc @coinbase @summermersinger @filfoundation @danspuller @mtcoppel @coincenter @bloombergtv @jasonsomensatto @secpaulsatkins @hesterpeirce @ripple @uniswap @consensys @cessstorage @cryptocouncil @patrickmchenry @funddefi @krakenfx
Top assets mentioned Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN) Bitcoin (BTC) Chainlink (LINK) SENATE (SENATE) Helium (HNT) Storj (STORJ) Hivemapper (HONEY) Gala (GALA) Ethereum (ETH) Centrifuge (CFG) Hedera (HBAR)
Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Thank you Rep. McHenry for your insights on the future of digital currencies at the recent U.S. House Committee on Financial Services. #cryptocurrency"
X Link 2019-08-20T22:27Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements
"Today: @BlockchainAssn advisor @cmesi will address @MorganStateU students about mainstream adoption in crypto. The HBCUs National Center for the Study of Blockchain and Financial Technology is a leading institution supporting blockchain engagement. #FinancialInclusion"
X Link 2021-10-19T12:49Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements
"We applaud California for issuing an executive order to study crypto and digital assets. Industry is eager to collaborate with government on commonsense rules for industry to allow Californiaand the United Statesto lead in crypto innovation"
X Link 2022-05-04T16:48Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"2) Hundreds of #CES2023 attendees heard from @KMSmithDC @circle's Andrew Gallucci @storj's Dominick Marino @just_peekn and @artblocks_io's Hannah Siegel-Gardner on how the next wave of the internet is shifting the balance of power back to the individual user"
X Link 2023-01-05T21:58Z 42.2K followers, [----] engagements
"3) We then heard from @CeloOrgs @xochitlcazador @CrusoeEnergys @Electron_Cowboy @ClimateTrades @OBrien_Kat @all_infras Bill Kentrup and @chia_projects @lebanonjon on the incredible range of use cases that crypto and blockchain are creating in the green energy space"
X Link 2023-01-05T21:58Z 42.2K followers, 11.8K engagements
"1/ BA is proud to welcome our newest member @usetoku"
X Link 2023-03-09T18:26Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today Blockchain Association filed an amicus brief in support of Tornado Cash in OFACs case against the autonomous decentralized software program. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-office-of-foreign-assets-control-lawsuit-against-tornado-cash/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-office-of-foreign-assets-control-lawsuit-against-tornado-cash/"
X Link 2023-04-12T15:00Z 36.1K followers, 104.3K engagements
"Today we filed an amicus brief in @coincenter v. Treasury regarding OFACs sanctions against Tornado Cash. Our statement:"
X Link 2023-06-02T16:19Z 34K followers, [--] engagements
"📺 Tune in at [--] AM ET 📺 @KMSmithDC will join @CoinDesk TV's First Mover to discuss Friday's amicus brief filing in @coincenter's lawsuit against Treasury regarding OFAC's sanctions against Tornado Cash. Tune in live and read Friday's release here:"
X Link 2023-06-05T12:05Z 34.7K followers, [--] engagements
""With such clear bias and such dereliction of the basic tenets of due process the agency cannot fairly supervise the digital assets industry.its time for Chair Gensler to recuse himself" writes @MTCoppel for @FortuneCrypto"
X Link 2023-06-29T17:48Z 36.1K followers, 352.1K engagements
"8/ Read our full letter for more details on our recommendations"
X Link 2023-09-08T16:02Z 34.2K followers, [---] engagements
"End/ We look forward to continuing the conversation with Congress around crypto tax policy and stand ready as a resource to educate policymakers on this critical topic for the industry"
X Link 2023-09-08T16:02Z 34.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Today @KMSmithDC will speak on a panel @Permissionless in Austin TX with @GOPMajorityWhip @HesterPeirce and @BrianQuintenz moderated by @RyanSAdams. Be sure to catch them on the main stage at 11:50 AM CT"
X Link 2023-09-11T14:16Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Starting soon @KMSmithDC sits down for a fireside chat with @coinbase CLO @iampaulgrewal If you are attending #Mainnet2023 head over to the Macro Stage at 1:45 PM"
X Link 2023-09-20T17:23Z 34K followers, [---] engagements
""In each of these cases (Grayscale Ripple) you're seeing judges all over the country express a healthy dose of skepticism to the SEC's arguments." -@iampaulgrewal @coinbase at #Mainnet2023 w/ @KMSmithDC"
X Link 2023-09-20T18:01Z 34K followers, 15.2K engagements
""Do we really want to hand over [--] million developer jobs and [--] million other high paying jobs to overseas jurisdictions simply because we can't get our act together in the United States" -@iampaulgrewal @coinbase #Mainnet2023"
X Link 2023-09-20T18:07Z 34K followers, 46.8K engagements
"CBDCs present major privacy concerns for everyday Americans including granting the government the ability to track all purchases and collect intimate personal details on its citizens. The right to financial privacy is protected by the Constitution. We support the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act legislation aimed at preventing a CBDC from being issued in the United States. Thank you @GOPMajorityWhip for your leadership"
X Link 2023-09-20T19:57Z 34.2K followers, 20.3K engagements
""If there is any hope in improving the proposed rule and the tax treatment of digital assets industry must clearly communicate to Washington that the IRSs digital asset tax agenda is unworkable and must be fixed" writes @sarahamilby for @CoinDesk"
X Link 2023-09-26T17:01Z 34.2K followers, 22K engagements
"1/ Any amount of funding that goes to support terrorist activity in any form is too much. We share many of Sen. Warrens questions and we think further examination will reveal the limited and dwindling role that crypto played"
X Link 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34K followers, 45.9K engagements
"4/ Claim: Crypto financing is responsible for the horrific actions of Hamas Fact: Crypto networks are transparent and for this reason Hamas ceased to accept Bitcoin earlier this year citing the success of law enforcement efforts to track down donors"
X Link 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"8/ The crypto industry has a long history of working with law enforcement to detect prevent and prosecute the use of crypto for illicit purposes"
X Link 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34.7K followers, [---] engagements
"9/ Claim: Seizure of crypto assets equates to terrorist financing Fact: The seizure of crypto only demonstrates the power of governments to track and stop this financing"
X Link 2023-10-18T22:28Z 34K followers, [----] engagements
"Looking forward to Nov. [--] as we sit down with two trailblazing Senators @SenLummis and @SenGillibrand for a fireside chat at our #BAPolicySummit in DC"
X Link 2023-10-23T18:20Z 34K followers, [---] engagements
"The BA Summit will kick off with a bang We are thrilled @iampaulgrewal and @CraigSalm are joining us for the opening session at the #BAPolicySummit: Litigation Update and Industry Impact. @Coinbase @Grayscale"
X Link 2023-10-24T17:27Z 34K followers, 17.2K engagements
"Congratulations @BrettHarrison88 and the entire @Architect_xyz team on the launch of Architect Edge"
X Link 2023-10-25T19:05Z 34K followers, [----] engagements
"Crypto is currently a very small part of the puzzle. Witnesses and members of @SenateBanking set the record straight during yesterday's hearing Combating the Networks of Illicit Finance and Terrorism"
X Link 2023-10-27T12:03Z 34K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ BA is thrilled to announce our honored guest for the #BAPolicySummit Annual Gala on Nov. [--] will be @PatrickMcHenry"
X Link 2023-10-30T21:37Z 34K followers, [----] engagements
"Today we filed an amicus brief in the 5th Circuit appeal of Van Loon v. Treasury regarding OFACs sanctions against Tornado Cash. Read Senior Counsel @MTCoppel's thread below for more. 👇"
X Link 2023-11-20T21:10Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn Senior Counsel @MTCoppel: Were disappointed to see the SEC engage in another example of clear overreach by filing an action against Kraken. The SEC's theories are incorrect as a matter of law and expand beyond the jurisdiction granted to them by Congress. The SECs action underscores the need for our elected representatives not overzealous regulators to establish regulatory clarity for the digital asset industry. Blockchain Association stands ready to support Kraken in its defense"
X Link 2023-11-21T00:46Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The #BAPolicySummit kicks off tomorrow with an all-star panel on our members-only day featuring @iampaulgrewal @s_alderoty and @CraigSalm: Litigation Update and Industry Impact @Coinbase @Grayscale @Ripple"
X Link 2023-11-28T14:49Z 34.2K followers, 60.8K engagements
"Kicking off #BAPolicySummit Day [--] with @abornyakov Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine speaking on crypto regulations democratic principles and the war in Ukraine in convo with Candace Kelly of @StellarOrg"
X Link 2023-11-30T14:23Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Up next is our Crypto Policy Abroad panel featuring Christos Efthymiopoulos of @BermudaMonetary @RobGsix of @Ripple @SethHertlein of @Ledger with moderator @leomschwartz of @FortuneMagazine"
X Link 2023-11-30T21:21Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Our last panel of the [----] #BAPolicySummit The Fourth Amendment Privacy and Crypto features @valkenburgh of @coincenter @amandatums of @fund_defi Paul D. Clement the 43rd Solicitor General of the U.S. and moderator @ammori of @Uniswap"
X Link 2023-11-30T22:16Z 34.2K followers, 36K engagements
"It was an honor to have you @songadaymann We'd love to have you join us at our annual #BAPolicySummit every year. In case you missed it check out the full performance below. 👇"
X Link 2023-12-04T18:05Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you @tanayamacheel and @CNBC for joining the #BAPolicySummit. Tune in to today's show for a recap from @KMSmithDC on the highlights"
X Link 2023-12-04T22:11Z 34.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Today Blockchain Association filed a second amicus brief in the Coin Center v. Treasury Tornado Cash case this one in support of Plaintiffs appeal to the Eleventh Circuit. @BlockchainAssn's Head of Legal @MTCoppel dives into the details below. 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 11th Cir. appeal of Coin Center v. Treasury. This is the 2nd Tornado Cash case to be up on appeal - this time in front of the 11th Circuit. We argue why the District Courts decision is wrong. 🧵 https://t.co/g8Cmi6Z4Gr https://t.co/Je22feKa4M 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 11th"
X Link 2023-12-22T19:05Z 34.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Yesterday's Bitcoin ETF approval was a "watershed moment and one the industry has been anticipating and waiting for for nearly [--] years." @KMSmithDC joined @BloombergTV @markets to discuss the approval and what it means for the industry"
X Link 2024-01-11T17:29Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Community-Sourced Session Voting is open for @CoinDesk's @consensus2024 BA's proposed session "Crypto and the Supreme Court" will feature @TuongvyLe12 and @jchervinsky moderated by BA's Laura Sanders. Vote here and we will see you in Austin"
X Link 2024-01-19T17:27Z 34.7K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals urging members to reconsider support for proposed legislation that could cripple the domestic digital assets industry"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, 38.4K engagements
"2/ At issue: a damaging billthe Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Actthat would hinder future innovation in digital assets augment govt surveillance power over citizens & surrender any advantage the US currently has in the competition for supremacy in digital asset tech"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"3/ The letters signatoriesformer military officials & national security professionalsknow the extent & nature of global illicit finance. Because of that real world knowledge they can advise on best practices for stamping out this illegal activity"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"4/ .They do not recommend punishing an entire class of entrepreneurs and nascent technology based on wild overestimations of illicit finance facilitated by crypto"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"5/ This is a message Congress needs to hear from this group whose reputations & motivations have been impugned by some who seem unable to conceive of reasons to work in this industry beyond allusions to criminality the urge to subvert the US financial system or otherwise"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"end/ We hope this letter following our first NatSec-focused letter in Nov will foster a dialogue of collaboration rather than confrontation. Combating illicit finance is too important to succumb to misinformation & misunderstandingsomething even cryptos critics can agree on"
X Link 2024-02-13T12:12Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"15/ Experts from the digital asset space including many former military and national security professionals continue to reach out to our policymakers in Congress 1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals urging members to reconsider support for proposed legislation that could cripple the domestic digital assets industry. https://t.co/6bSarhpVP4 https://t.co/uxIqyGp1AY 1/ Today we sent a new letter to Congress supported by a doubled 80+ coalition of former military and national security professionals"
X Link 2024-02-16T16:36Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"16/ They look forward to partnering with elected leaders to find policy solutions that help keep the United States safe in the realm of emerging technologies. Many will be meeting with Congressional offices on March 14"
X Link 2024-02-16T16:36Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ BA is thrilled to welcome our newest member @RioRestaking"
X Link 2024-02-22T14:47Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"2/ @RioRestaking is an industry leader in restaking the next exciting innovation in blockchain technology which helps leverage network security to scale chains while optimizing for decentralization"
X Link 2024-02-22T14:47Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"2/ The right to financial privacy is protected by the Constitution"
X Link 2024-02-26T20:24Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"End/ We applaud the introduction of the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act in the Senate legislation aimed at preventing a CBDC from being issued in the United States. Any CBDC that is not open permissionless and private like cash is a surveillance tool that will be mobilized to oppress the American way of life. I am proud to have @SenTedCruz lead the Senate companion of our CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act. Any CBDC that is not open permissionless and private like cash is a surveillance tool that will be mobilized to oppress the American way of life. I am proud to have @SenTedCruz lead the"
X Link 2024-02-26T20:24Z 34.8K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ We extend our thanks to @PatrickMcHenry for reintroducing the "Financial Services Innovation Act" which uses a sandbox model to foster responsible innovation while protecting consumers"
X Link 2024-02-27T19:31Z 34.8K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ @BebaCollection and @fund_defi have sued the SEC challenging its aggressive regulation by enforcement strategy related to the digital asset industry"
X Link 2024-03-25T17:48Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"2/ The SEC's unwritten rule treating nearly all digital assets as securitieseven if there is no investment of moneyleaves Beba and the DeFi Education Fund with no choice but to seek clarity through legal action"
X Link 2024-03-25T17:48Z 34.8K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Today BA filed an amicus brief in United States v. Storm highlighting a critical flaw in the government's prosecution of Tornado Cash developers Roman Storm and Roman Semenov. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-dojs-case-against-tornado-cash-developers/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-files-amicus-brief-in-dojs-case-against-tornado-cash-developers/"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:24Z 35.2K followers, 39.6K engagements
"2/ The indictment's portrayal of the government's money-transmitter charges lacks substance primarily because the indictment fails to allege facts demonstrating defendants or Tornado Cashs control over the funds at issue"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:24Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"5/ In contrast to the relatively small share of illicit activity in digital assets a recent report estimates that $3.1 trillion in illicit funds flowed through the global financial system last year. https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/nasdaq-releases-first-global-financial-crime-report-measuring-the-scale-and-human#::text=The%202024%20Global%20Financial%20Crime%2411%20billion%20in%20terrorist%20financing"
X Link 2024-04-08T21:13Z 34.9K followers, [---] engagements
"6/ Blockchains are transparent. Transactions on blockchains are transparent and immutable which gives law enforcement better insight into this activity than if they had been conducted through traditional methods. Blockchains are transparent. Late last year policymakers regulators and members of the national security community gathered at the #BAPolicySummit in Washington DC where they addressed digital assets and illicit finance. Hear what they said: https://t.co/blAaz2KQz1 https://twitter.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1757472289577124249 Blockchains are transparent. Late last year policymakers"
X Link 2024-04-08T21:13Z 34.9K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Sen Warren sent a letter to Reps McHenry & Waters which argues new regulatory frameworks around the $157B stablecoin marketcould amplify and entrenchrisks rather than mitigate them. That's backwards thinking properly drafted stablecoin legislation helps not hurts"
X Link 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, 71.6K engagements
"2/ Stablecoin settlement is instant cheap and frictionless a more efficient way to move value around the globe. Treasury the Fed and policymakers agree that Congress should act on stablecoin legislation to protect consumers and our national security"
X Link 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"3/ Stablecoins are critical to the continued global dominance of the US dollar. @DDisparte explains that stablecoin legislation asserts U.S. leadership over digital dollars everywhere irrespective of their form factor. https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2024/04/08/crypto-does-not-have-an-illicit-finance-problem-bad-actors-do/utm_term=organic&utm_content=editorial&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coindesk_main&utm_source=twitter"
X Link 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"6/ Without action from US regulators and Congress that 1) acknowledges the importance of stablecoins to the market as it stands right now and 2) that the majority of future growth should happen in the US we risk ceding our lead in digital asset development"
X Link 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"end/ We encourage Congress to act on stablecoin legislation to cement the US dollars primacy around the world and ensure homegrown responsible digital asset innovation flourishes"
X Link 2024-04-09T19:50Z 34.9K followers, [----] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC on @Uniswap receiving a Wells Notice from the SEC:"
X Link 2024-04-10T20:09Z 34.9K followers, 10.1K engagements
"The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following @Consensys' lawsuit against the SEC: Blockchain Association and the entire digital asset ecosystem stands shoulder to shoulder with Consensys as they take the fight to the SEC challenging the Commissions ever-expanding overreach and aggression. Consensys lawsuit seeks to defend the Ethereum ecosystem a blockchain platform that serves as the basis for innumerable innovations such as stablecoins which are the focus of intense policy debate. Ethereum and similar programmable blockchains are the next"
X Link 2024-04-25T18:35Z 35.2K followers, 46.6K engagements
"Headed to London this week for the @ftlive Crypto and Digital Assets Summit Don't miss BA's Head of Policy @sarahamilby on Thursday with @NatalieElphicke @BrianQuintenz and Sasha Skoryk. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1775946609907429699 Catch BAs @sarahamilby at @ftlive on May [--] in London as she discusses the U.S. regulatory environment and why the worlds next global hub for digital assets might be overseas with @NatalieElphicke @BrianQuintenz and Sasha Skoryk. Register: https://t.co/lVpzyTOXFP #FTCrypto https://t.co/BZBKhW4I84 https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1775946609907429699"
X Link 2024-05-06T17:00Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"2/ Crypto as a voting issue could present a key opportunity for political candidates"
X Link 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.3K followers, 43.7K engagements
"3/ And voters are eager to hear more and want candidates to join the conversation around digital currency"
X Link 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"4/ Importantly these same voters believe that crypto levels the playing field for building financial health"
X Link 2024-05-07T12:17Z 35.2K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today the House voted to strike down SAB [---] a harmful anti-crypto accounting bulletin issued by the SEC in [----]. Beyond its harm to market participants SAB [---] was illegally published as guidance not subject to notice and comment"
X Link 2024-05-08T22:22Z 37.8K followers, 11K engagements
"2/ SAB [---] is a rule and the public shouldve had a chance to weigh in. Instead the SEC skirted the APA depriving the public of their opportunity to be heard"
X Link 2024-05-08T22:22Z 35.3K followers, [---] engagements
"Proud to see @Krakenfx continue to fight the SEC's overreach in court. As @msantoriesq points out this lawsuit further underscores the need for a regulatory framework from Congress. We stand with Kraken in pursuing regulatory clarity to ensure US crypto innovation can flourish. Last night @krakenfx fired back at the SEC with its final brief in the motion to dismiss the SECs complaint. The SEC had its opportunity to tell the Court what precisely is the investment contract that supposedly trades on Kraken. But they couldn't. 1/🧵 Last night @krakenfx fired back at the SEC with its final brief"
X Link 2024-05-10T15:23Z 35.4K followers, 22.3K engagements
"President Trumps remarks signal a sea change in the importance of digital assets this election cycle said @KMSmithDC CEO of the Blockchain Association a top crypto industry lobbying group. Reporting by @Jasper_Goodman https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/10/trump-crypto-biden-00157051 https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/10/trump-crypto-biden-00157051"
X Link 2024-05-10T16:05Z 35.3K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today @RepWileyNickel sent a letter to Chair Gensler saying the SECs open hostility toward the digital assets industry isnt serving Pres. Bidens best interests. A stark warning from a democratic representative especially in an election year. https://twitter.com/RepWileyNickel/status/1790776562050052248 Today I sent a letter to @SECGov Chair Gary Gensler calling on the agency to withdraw its Staff Accounting Bulletin [---]. Unfortunately the SEC is turning #crypto into a political football & forcing @POTUS to unnecessarily choose sides on an issue that matters to many Americans."
X Link 2024-05-15T16:35Z 35.4K followers, 10.8K engagements
"1/ Bipartisanship is rare in todays American politics. Today we encourage the Senate to vote to #RepealSAB121 a harmful accounting bulletin that was illegally published as guidance not subject to notice and comment"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 37.8K followers, 43.1K engagements
"2/ At 11:30 AM ET the Senate will vote on whether to repeal this misguided SEC rule. Debate begins at [--] AM ET. Watch live: https://www.senate.gov/legislative/floor_activity_pail.htm https://www.senate.gov/legislative/floor_activity_pail.htm"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"5/ Congressman @RepWileyNickel (D-NC) penned an op-ed with @USRepMikeFlood (R-NE) encouraging the Senate to #RepealSAB121. https://blockworks.co/news/senate-gensler-sec-overturn-sab-121 https://blockworks.co/news/senate-gensler-sec-overturn-sab-121"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"6/ Their message is clear: We need a repeal of SAB [---] for the future of our digital economy the safe custody of cryptocurrencies and the good of the American investor"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"8/ The concerns extend beyond the digital asset industry other groups including the Conference of State Bank Supervisors have also expressed concerns. https://www.csbs.org/SAB121 https://www.csbs.org/SAB121"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"end/ We look forward to a bipartisan vote in the Senate to #RepealSAB121 today and encourage President Biden to allow this anti-innovation provision to be struck down"
X Link 2024-05-16T13:50Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an anti-innovation accounting bulletin which was improperly issued by the SEC in 2022"
X Link 2024-05-16T16:41Z 37.8K followers, 99.1K engagements
"2/ The tally a stunning [--] Yeas in the Senate vote sends a strong signal that both houses of Congress across the political divide clearly disapprove of this rule"
X Link 2024-05-16T16:41Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"3/ With the American public having weighed in via the legislative process the SAB [---] CRA now goes to President Bidens desk"
X Link 2024-05-16T16:41Z 35.4K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ With the consensus of our membership BA is supportive of a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21) a bill that establishes a new regulatory framework for the digital asset industry. 🧵 https://rules.house.gov/bill/118/hr-4763 https://rules.house.gov/bill/118/hr-4763"
X Link 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.6K followers, 14.1K engagements
"6/ Founders investors as well as users and consumers are unable to fully embrace new technological developments if theyre not sure how the government views emerging technologies"
X Link 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"7/ Whats crystal clear is that the SEC wants to chase crypto and blockchain technology out of the country. Their anti-crypto campaign is accelerating and we need to send a signal: Congress is where crypto policy gets made"
X Link 2024-05-16T21:16Z 35.4K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Today @BlockchainAssn members sent a letter to @SpeakerJohnson and @RepJeffries in support of a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21). https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-Membership-Letter-of-Support-for-H.R.-4763-Floor-Vote.pdf https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-Membership-Letter-of-Support-for-H.R.-4763-Floor-Vote.pdf"
X Link 2024-05-20T12:09Z 35.7K followers, 132.3K engagements
"1/ Blockchain Association stands firmly with @Uniswap which today responded to the Wells notice it received from the SEC: https://blog.uniswap.org/the-fight-for-defi-continues https://blog.uniswap.org/the-fight-for-defi-continues"
X Link 2024-05-21T17:34Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today presents an opportunity for the U.S. to continue the conversation on how best to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets. BA supports a floor vote for the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (#FIT21). https://www.standwithcrypto.org/action/email https://www.standwithcrypto.org/action/email"
X Link 2024-05-22T14:10Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Today's vote on #FIT21 marks a milestone for crypto in Washington. Tune in to @BloombergTV Balance of Power at 5:20 PM ET for a discussion on the bill the votes and what to expect next with @KMSmithDC @kaileyleinz and @JMathieuReports. https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us"
X Link 2024-05-22T16:22Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Todays house passage of #FIT21 marks a watershed moment for our industry today [---] representatives in Congress an overwhelming bipartisan majority voted for the future of crypto. https://theblockchainassociation.org/house-passage-of-fit21-act-is-watershed-moment-for-crypto-industry/ 1/ #FIT21 passed the House today with [---] votes. Todays bipartisan support signals that both parties see the value in working towards establishing clear guidelines to enable innovation while prioritizing consumer safeguards. Sounds simple but the journey here hasnt been."
X Link 2024-05-22T21:49Z 35.7K followers, 46.7K engagements
"Today marks another landmark moment for the U.S. crypto industry as the SEC approved several spot $ETH ETF applications. Statement from @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC on todays news:"
X Link 2024-05-23T22:01Z 35.6K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today @KMSmithDC sent a letter to Pres. Biden (@POTUS) encouraging a signature on H.J.Res. [---] a bipartisan bill that repeals #SAB121. This weeks vote on #FIT21 shows the desire to keep digital asset innovation in the US is shared across party lines. https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-CEO-Letter-to-President-Biden-on-H.J.Res_.-109.pdf https://theblockchainassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Blockchain-Association-CEO-Letter-to-President-Biden-on-H.J.Res_.-109.pdf"
X Link 2024-05-24T12:14Z 35.8K followers, 27.1K engagements
"Thank you to @centrifuge @rwasummit for an incredible event yesterday. @KMSmithDC joined @RebeccaRettig1 @TuongvyLe12 and @julie_stitzel to discuss the pro-crypto political momentum building in DC. @0xPolygon @Anchorage @DCGco @superstatefunds"
X Link 2024-05-29T15:36Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"With the political winds shifting what is the outlook for crypto policy post-election @KMSmithDC will discuss with BA members @billhughesdc @leelaughs5x @CraigSalm along with @USCHill at @TheTieIO tomorrow @Consensys @AvaLabs @Grayscale @paritytech https://x.com/TheTieIO/status/1788566084037038387 Join us at InnovateAustin for an expert panel discussion Navigating Crypto Regulation Amidst US Election Uncertainty featuring: - Chrissy Hill (@USCHill) COO (Interim) & Chief Legal Officer @ Parity Technologies (@paritytech) - Bill Hughes (@billhughesdc) Senior Counsel & https://t.co/Gy8OGxhfSC"
X Link 2024-05-29T20:46Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Dont miss BAs @LauraCSanders moderating the @Consensus2024 session Cryptos Road to the Supreme Court Thursday at 12:30 PM CT on the Money Reimagined stage. She will be joined by @Anchorage Digitals @TuongvyLe12 @coincenters @valkenburgh and Alexis Zhang from Jones Day"
X Link 2024-05-30T14:09Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today despite bipartisan support Pres Biden vetoed the repeal of SAB [---] the SECs punitive anti-crypto accounting guidelines. Were disappointed that the admin chose to overrule bipartisan majorities in both Houses of Congress who recognized the harm created by SAB 121"
X Link 2024-05-31T23:03Z 35.8K followers, 194K engagements
"2/ The bipartisan repeal of SAB [---] coupled with the impressive showing in the House last week for the FIT21 market structure bill demonstrates that Congress is waking up to its proper role as the policymaker for regulation"
X Link 2024-05-31T23:03Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Last month marked a turning point for crypto in DC. Tune in to @BloombergTV at 11:10 AM ET to hear @KMSmithDC discuss what's next after #FIT21 Biden's veto of the #SAB121 repeal and crypto's emergence as a key election issue. With @CarolineHydeTV on https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us https://www.bloomberg.com/live/us"
X Link 2024-06-03T13:37Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"The crypto industry is more organized than ever before and we now have all of the pieces in place to advocate for smart policy." - @KMSmithDC for @Cointelegraph https://cointelegraph.com/news/fit21-bill-crypto-congress-cftc-sec-us https://cointelegraph.com/news/fit21-bill-crypto-congress-cftc-sec-us"
X Link 2024-06-04T13:27Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"This week @KMSmithDC keynotes @thelsuite_co [----] Crypto Offsite in Montreal. The event brings together General Counsels for cutting-edge discussions on the future of digital finance including crypto's role in policy and the U.S. election. More info: https://events.lsuite.co/crypto-offsite2024 https://events.lsuite.co/crypto-offsite2024"
X Link 2024-06-10T20:40Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"We're looking forward to @Permissionless III in Salt Lake City this October. @KMSmithDC recently sat down with @Blockworks_ for an in depth discussion on digital asset policy and what to expect this fall: https://mail.blockworks.com/p/permissionless-preview-kristin-smith-regulating-crypto https://mail.blockworks.com/p/permissionless-preview-kristin-smith-regulating-crypto"
X Link 2024-06-12T13:21Z 35.7K followers, [----] engagements
"8 billion forms and [--] billion hours of burdensome work costing $254 billion. That's what the IRS's proposed broker rule would result in. Today we filed a comment letter arguing the proposed rule violates the Paperwork Reduction Act. 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed a comment letter pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding the IRSs proposed broker rule. Bottom line: it would be a violation of the PRA to finalize a rule that would yield over [--] billion forms. https://t.co/t3dQaDvW9i 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed a comment letter pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding the IRSs"
X Link 2024-06-21T16:53Z 35.8K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Today's SEC lawsuit against @Consensys is an attack on the more than [--] million users of crypto in the United States. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC: https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchain-association-statement-on-sec-v-consensys/ Consensys fully expected the SEC to follow through on its threat to claim our MetaMask software interface must register as a securities broker. The SEC has been pursuing an anti-crypto agenda led by ad hoc enforcement action. This is just the latest example of its regulatory"
X Link 2024-06-28T19:14Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Today we filed an amicus brief in support of @custodiabank's case against the Fed explaining the critical need for industry to have safe banking options. Our Head of Legal @MTCoppel explains below 👇 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 10th Circuit in support of @custodiabank's case against the Fed. Our brief tells the story of debanking crypto and why it is crucial for industry participants to have safe banking options. https://t.co/GVyoOSfGWb https://t.co/mHKrAuXHtc 1/ Today @BlockchainAssn filed an amicus brief in the 10th Circuit in support of @custodiabank's case"
X Link 2024-07-03T20:45Z 35.7K followers, 13.5K engagements
"1/ Crypto policy is front and center in Washington today. As our CEO @KMSmithDC joins a roundtable led by @RepRoKhanna and reps from the White House the Senate Agriculture Committee hosts @CFTCbehnam for a hearing on digital commodities. https://x.com/KMSmithDC/status/1810778769592045752 1/ This week Im honored to join a roundtable discussion with leaders across the crypto industry led by @RepRoKhanna a staunch advocate for blockchain technology. Crypto by its nature is nonpartisan. And its critical these conversations in Washington are bipartisan."
X Link 2024-07-10T15:24Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you @USRepMikeFlood and Rep @WileyNickel for your steadfast leadership and commitment to rolling back this punitive anti-crypto SEC accounting bulletin. After passing the House and Senate with bipartisan support President Biden vetoed H.J. Res. [---] a measure that would have repealed the U.S. Security and Exchange Commissions Staff Accounting Bulletin [---] (SAB 121). Today my colleagues have the opportunity to override the https://t.co/srBjO0bUX6 After passing the House and Senate with bipartisan support President Biden vetoed H.J. Res. [---] a measure that would have repealed the U.S."
X Link 2024-07-10T18:45Z 38.2K followers, [----] engagements
""The crypto voter is real." @KMSmithDC discusses this week's roundtable with @RepRoKhanna market structure legislation and the industry's bipartisan momentum in Washington"
X Link 2024-07-11T20:30Z 35.8K followers, 29.4K engagements
"BA is thrilled to welcome @ArkEcosystem as its newest member. @ArkEcosystem shares our vision of a decentralized future and will bring a wealth of expertise to policy discussions in Washington. Welcome to BA @ArkEcosystem Today ARK joins Blockchain Association @BlockchainAssn is the collective voice for pro-innovation policy in blockchain and digital assets. Their mission aligns with ARKs own as we continue to build decentralized technology that is accessible to all https://t.co/2ZwWnq3YZt https://t.co/NnZKV5l6sL Today ARK joins Blockchain Association @BlockchainAssn is the collective voice"
X Link 2024-07-18T13:01Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"BA will be on the ground in Nashville for @TheBitcoinConf this week Connect with BA's @DanSpuller @RonWHammond and Michael Postupak. #Bitcoin2024"
X Link 2024-07-22T21:18Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Today's launch of multiple Ethereum ETFs provides Americans yet another opportunity to access digital asset investments. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC:"
X Link 2024-07-23T15:10Z 35.8K followers, [----] engagements
"At this month's @SALTConference @KMSmithDC will join @CaitlinLong_ (@custodiabank) and @nathanmccauley (@Anchorage Digital) for the panel Banking Crypto: Inside the Digital Assets Industry's Fight for Equal Access. https://www.salt.org/events/2024-wyoming#speakers https://www.salt.org/events/2024-wyoming#speakers"
X Link 2024-08-07T19:33Z 35.8K followers, 28.6K engagements
"Congratulations to BA Member @Ripple on yesterday's outcome. The SECs campaign against crypto is weakening. The courts continue to acknowledge that the SEC is engaged in regulation by enforcement and were grateful for industry champions like Ripple for their steadfast leadership in fighting this regulatory overreach. The SEC asked for $2B and the Court reduced their demand by 94% recognizing that they had overplayed their hand. We respect the Courts decision and have clarity to continue growing our company. This is a victory for Ripple the industry and the rule of law. The SECs The SEC asked"
X Link 2024-08-08T13:10Z 36.1K followers, 32.3K engagements
"1/ We are proud to welcome @GEODNET_ as Blockchain Associations newest member GEODNETs decentralized Real-Time Kinematics (RTK) positioning system demonstrates a 100x improvement in accuracy compared to GPS. Web2 meets #Web3. Blockchain meets the real world. #DePIN #IoT"
X Link 2024-08-12T17:51Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ This week we filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request digging into possible correspondence between the SEC and certain custody institutions with guidance on how to skirt SAB121 requirements. Reported by @CapitolAccount this may signal a large carveout for a small number of legacy banks that leaves others including those that service the crypto industry without answers. 🧵 https://www.capitolaccountdc.com/p/furor-at-fdic-gop-director-accusesr=q4tx5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web"
X Link 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, 57.7K engagements
"2/ The SECs targeting of crypto through regulation by enforcement is well known but this may indicate a new strategy in their war on our industry: Protecting legacy institutions from compliance with expensive nonsensical rules while continuing to use those same rules against those institutions that service the digital asset industry"
X Link 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements
"3/ As a reminder SAB121 is a punitive arbitrary anti-crypto accounting bulletin issued by the SEC. Its unpopular on both sides of the aisle. In fact both the House and Senate voted overwhelmingly in favor of striking down this rule. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147043526001090 1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an anti-innovation accounting bulletin which was improperly issued by the SEC in [----]. https://x.com/BlockchainAssn/status/1791147043526001090 1/ Today the Senate voted in overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion to #repealSAB121 an"
X Link 2024-08-29T23:18Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BAs @sarahamilby recently joined @DECAustralias Global Digital Assets Regulatory Summit as the opening keynote speaker providing an overview of the regulatory and policy landscape in the U.S. https://youtu.be/o_Rk4fGzKSksi=ChzQ5O3izWVUlmC1 https://youtu.be/o_Rk4fGzKSksi=ChzQ5O3izWVUlmC1"
X Link 2024-09-04T20:22Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"This morning at [--] AM ET Congress will hold its first-ever hearing on DeFi a historic moment for the industry in Washington. BA members @RebeccaRettig1 (@0xPolygon) and Brian Avello (@udhc_com) will testify on the future of decentralized finance. Tune in live: https://financialservices.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspxEventID=409331 https://financialservices.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspxEventID=409331"
X Link 2024-09-10T13:42Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The race to the White House always draws the biggest headlines but the day-to-day policy battles for the industry have largely been in Congress." @RonwHammond on the importance of Congress's role in crafting crypto policy in @Cointelegraph: https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-elections-crypto-future-us https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-elections-crypto-future-us"
X Link 2024-09-13T12:36Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC @BlockchainAssn will lead a groundbreaking DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and briefing. Trailblazing BA members @Helium @GEODNET_ @FilFoundation @protocollabs @Storj @CESS_Storage @multicoincap and @coinfund_io will participate"
X Link 2024-09-20T15:43Z 36.1K followers, 16.7K engagements
"2/ We agree with @RepMaxineWaters and @PatrickMcHenry that we need bipartisan stablecoin legislation and are encouraged by @RepMaxineWaterss goals for the rest of the year: Before the end of this year I want us to strike a grand bargain on stablecoins and other long overdue bills"
X Link 2024-09-24T14:28Z 37.7K followers, [----] engagements
"3/ SEC Commissioner @HesterPeirce: Weve taken a legally imprecise view to mask the regulatory lack of clarity"
X Link 2024-09-24T14:41Z 36.1K followers, [--] engagements
"5/ Commissioner @HesterPeirce provides insight as to the SECs motivation for avoiding legal clarity when it comes to digital asset enforcement: https://x.com/FinancialCmte/status/1838595673828295114 #WATCH: Chairman @PatrickMcHenry presses Chair Gensler on the @SECGov's record of regulatory uncertainty. Amid stonewalling from Gensler @HesterPeirce sets the record straight. "We're trying to be ambiguous because the legal precision carries with it real implications." 📺👇 https://t.co/mqe8XQqyQi https://x.com/FinancialCmte/status/1838595673828295114 #WATCH: Chairman @PatrickMcHenry presses"
X Link 2024-09-24T15:35Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements
"9/ @RepRitchie asks Why is a Yankee ticket not a security"
X Link 2024-09-24T16:39Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"10/ @RepRitchie addressing Gensler on his idiosyncratic interpretation of the Supreme Courts theory: An expectation of profit could be retrospectively attributed to just about any collectibleany piece of art or any piece of music"
X Link 2024-09-24T16:40Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"11/ It's so open ended that itit blurs the line between collectible and security between art and security. To Crenshaw: Does requiring artists and musicians to register art and music with the SEC raise a First Amendment concern"
X Link 2024-09-24T16:40Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"12/ @RepWileyNickel: The [--] million americans who own crypto have watched the SEC under your leadership Chair Gensler in shock and disbelief that you continue to treat their investments as illegitimate"
X Link 2024-09-24T17:12Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"13/ @RepWileyNickel re bipartisan vote to rescind SAB 121: The SEC overstepped its authoritydo you have any regrets Gensler: I think that SAB [---] helped public companies understand that crypto is a liability"
X Link 2024-09-24T17:14Z 36.1K followers, [---] engagements
"15/ @RepJohnRose on the Special Purpose Broker Dealer (SPBD): It was reported in May that Prometheum had soft-launched its #ETH custody servicegiven that Ether was not registered and did not receive an exemption would Prometheum be able to custody Ether using its SPBD Gensler: Under the SPBD regimefirms are not to custody non-securities. https://x.com/RepJohnRose/status/1838628903851823321 https://x.com/RepJohnRose/status/1838628903851823321"
X Link 2024-09-24T17:31Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"16/ @RepDonaldsPress asked how a digital asset regulatory sandbox would function within #FIT21. @HesterPeirce: It would allow for people to come in on a small scale and try thingsso the come in and register that you heard from the SEC a lot could be brought to life because people could actually come in and say these are the conditions that were gonna comply with and they could go out and try somethingthey wouldnt have to wait to get through an SEC approval process that never finishes"
X Link 2024-09-24T18:08Z 37.6K followers, [----] engagements
"End/ ICYMI: Ahead of the hearing yesterday a group of @FinancialCmte policymakers sent letters to several financial regulators asking about interagency communications around #SAB121 https://financialservices.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspxDocumentID=409392 https://financialservices.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspxDocumentID=409392"
X Link 2024-09-25T15:01Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association Policy Counsel Laura Sanders following todays decision to deny dismissal in U.S. v. Storm:"
X Link 2024-09-26T21:48Z 36K followers, [----] engagements
"BAs #DePIN Capitol Hill Fly-in and staff briefing is set for Oct. [--]. Lawmakers will get an up-close look at how #DePIN is revolutionizing infrastructure. Featuring insights from BA members @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @multicoincap @coinfund_io @protocollabs and @Storj. 1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC @BlockchainAssn will lead a groundbreaking DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and briefing. Trailblazing BA members @Helium @GEODNET_ @FilFoundation @protocollabs @Storj @CESS_Storage @multicoincap and @coinfund_io will participate. https://t.co/wtk36IEXTE 1/ Oct [--] is #DePIN Day in DC"
X Link 2024-09-27T18:35Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"We cant wait to see trailblazing members and industry leaders @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj tomorrow on Capitol Hill for our #DePIN Fly-In and Hill briefing 1/Tomorrow @BlockchainAssn will host one of our most impactful Capitol Hill fly-ins since we opened our doors and it could not happen at a more opportune moment. https://t.co/RTRPxDRciy 1/Tomorrow @BlockchainAssn will host one of our most impactful Capitol Hill fly-ins since we opened our doors and it could not happen at a more opportune moment. https://t.co/RTRPxDRciy"
X Link 2024-10-01T15:37Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Todays the day We're thrilled to host our inaugural #DePIN Capitol Hill fly-in and staff briefing This event will showcase the next wave of technology to lawmakers focusing on how DePIN DeVIN and DeGIN are revolutionizing infrastructure through decentralized networks. Joining us are industry leaders from @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj"
X Link 2024-10-02T14:22Z 38.1K followers, 20.6K engagements
"The BA #DePIN lunch briefing is underway in the House Committee on Financial Services room on Capitol Hill. Leaders from @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io & @Storj are discussing the future of blockchain with legislators"
X Link 2024-10-02T16:53Z 36K followers, 21.7K engagements
"What a day BA members and industry leaders @Helium @FilFoundation @GEODNET_ @CESS_Storage @Hivemapper @multicoincap @coinfund_io and @Storj spent their Wednesday meeting with Congressional offices. Thank you lawmakers for taking the time to learn about our transformative industry and thank you BA members for participating"
X Link 2024-10-03T02:27Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"BAs @sarahamilby will be traveling to London for #Meridian2024 this month to join @staffordphilip @StellarOrgs Candace Kelly and @Caro_Malcolm for the panel Is Regulation a Barrier to DeFi Product Adoption We hope to see you there https://meridian.stellar.org/ https://meridian.stellar.org/"
X Link 2024-10-04T20:15Z 36.1K followers, 12.1K engagements
".@cryptocom's leadership sends a clear message to the SEC: The crypto industry is here for good. The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC: Today https://t.co/pFc4Pz9nFR filed suit against the SEC to protect the future of crypto in the U.S.: https://t.co/kXxyhF7zFe Today https://t.co/pFc4Pz9nFR filed suit against the SEC to protect the future of crypto in the U.S.: https://t.co/kXxyhF7zFe"
X Link 2024-10-08T17:21Z 36.1K followers, 48K engagements
"Packed house for the @Permissionless panel Crypto & The November Election with @KMSmithDC @jchervinsky @iampaulgrewal @CFTCquintenz and @GOPMajorityWhip"
X Link 2024-10-09T16:23Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Were looking forward to @RonwHammond at @Permissionless today as he discusses tax policy with the IRSs @seththetaxman for the session Wen Tax Framework Looking forward to @Permissionless next week. Our staff will be in Salt Lake City and participating in multiple sessions including BAs @RonwHammond who will be discussing tax policy with the IRS @seththetaxman https://t.co/khsvGETncW Looking forward to @Permissionless next week. Our staff will be in Salt Lake City and participating in multiple sessions including BAs @RonwHammond who will be discussing tax policy with the IRS @seththetaxman"
X Link 2024-10-11T15:59Z 36K followers, [----] engagements
"Looking forward to the @RWAsummit in NYC where BAs @sarahamilby will be joining Sarah Chen of @CahillGordon Eli Cohen of @centrifuge John McCarthy of @FireblocksHQ and @DCGcos @julie_stitzel to discuss the post-election outlook for RWAs and potential for regulatory tailwinds. https://www.rwasummit.io/new-york-2024 https://www.rwasummit.io/new-york-2024"
X Link 2024-10-11T19:53Z 36K followers, [----] engagements
"Four years ago the @Filecoin mainnet launched beginning what is now the largest decentralized data storage marketplace. Happy birthday"
X Link 2024-10-15T12:51Z 36K followers, [----] engagements
"As we approach a pivotal election we're honored to invite the next President of the United States to address our industry at the #BAPolicySummit in December. 1/ Were two weeks from Election Day. The crypto industry experienced a defining year in Washington but our work is just beginning. Today were honored to invite the next President of the United States to address our industry at this years #BAPolicySummit. https://t.co/RnRMKQTFXV 1/ Were two weeks from Election Day. The crypto industry experienced a defining year in Washington but our work is just beginning. Today were honored to invite"
X Link 2024-10-22T16:06Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"2/ @Ripple plays a pivotal role in building breakthrough crypto solutions for a world without economic borders"
X Link 2024-10-24T13:53Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"3/ We're thrilled to have @Ripple leadership at the event this year"
X Link 2024-10-24T13:53Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ BA thanks @a16zcrypto for their support of the [----] #BAPolicySummit"
X Link 2024-10-25T17:58Z 42.2K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Blockchain Association is excited to announce our participation as a grantee in the new @gitcoin Advocacy Round Donations to the round can be made here: #CryptoHereForGood #Gitcoin https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/round/42161/648/9 https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/round/42161/648/9"
X Link 2024-10-29T14:39Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"1/ Hundreds of millions of dollars. Thats what Chair Genslers anti-innovation crypto crusade cost just a small slice of the industry along with an immeasurable loss of jobs innovation and U.S. tech investment. https://theblockchainassociation.org/regulation-by-enforcement/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/regulation-by-enforcement/"
X Link 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, 34.4K engagements
"2/ Its clear that under Chair Gensler the crypto industry found itself an outsized target of a hostile SEC with more than [---] enforcement actions brought against the industry through [----] alone. https://theblockchainassociation.org/chair-genslers-sec-regulation-by-enforcement-regime-cost-crypto-industry-more-than-400-million-dollars-and-counting/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/chair-genslers-sec-regulation-by-enforcement-regime-cost-crypto-industry-more-than-400-million-dollars-and-counting/"
X Link 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"3/ Also clear: the American voter is eager for change at the SEC. According to polling from @HarrisXData voters believe that the U.S. has taken the wrong approach toward crypto and that the SEC has been too heavy handed"
X Link 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"end/ The industry and the American voter is ready for change and a fair shot. The time of law-fare against our industry must end. That begins with a change of leadership at the SEC"
X Link 2024-10-31T12:35Z 42.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Tune in to today's @Crypto_TownHall with @DanSpuller and @MTCoppel for a discussion on the SEC's anti-crypto crusade and Live at 10:15 AM ET. #CryptoTownHall https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDGLlkWAgyGm http://RegulationbyEnforcement.com https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDGLlkWAgyGm http://RegulationbyEnforcement.com"
X Link 2024-11-01T14:03Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to @BlockchainAssn CEO @KMSmithDC following @Immutable's Wells notice:"
X Link 2024-11-01T18:57Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The larger battlefor legitimacy in the political arenahas already been won. Digital assets have secured their place in Americas financial future regardless of which party controls Congress or occupies the White House writes KMSmithDC in @Unchained_pod ahead of the election 📣 OPINION: Whether Trump or Harris prevails in Tuesdays 🗳 presidential election its clear crypto has ✌already won argues @BlockchainAssns Kristin Smith. https://t.co/AYnEoYfDo6 📣 OPINION: Whether Trump or Harris prevails in Tuesdays 🗳 presidential election its clear crypto has ✌already won argues @BlockchainAssns"
X Link 2024-11-04T12:32Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"This year marked a turning point for the crypto industry with a vocal crypto advocate an engaged crypto voter and a mature and organized industry but our efforts are just beginning. Smart policymaking is an art not a science that will take time to materialize into law. Our industry is preparing for the future more optimistic than ever before. @KMSmithDC for @crypto with reporting by @olgakharif https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-11-05/crypto-s-political-donation-machine-is-just-getting-startedutm_source=website&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=copy"
X Link 2024-11-05T22:07Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Crypto is on the ballot. Tune in soon: @KMSmithDC will provide insights on key races to watch and live analysis on @BitcoinMagazines election coverage. LIVE: Election Day [----] by #Bitcoin Magazine https://t.co/BrCxIu3MtP LIVE: Election Day [----] by #Bitcoin Magazine https://t.co/BrCxIu3MtP"
X Link 2024-11-06T00:47Z 36.1K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Blockchain Association is excited to welcome Tephra Digital one of the industrys top institutional asset managers as its newest member #TephraDigital #Bitcoin #DigitalAssets #Blockchain #Crypto #BlockchainAssociation #StandWithCrypto #Policy #Innovation #Regulation"
X Link 2024-11-13T18:20Z 36.3K followers, [----] engagements
""Chair Gensler should do whats right for the markets the Commissions reputation and American innovation. Its time to stand down" writes @KMSmithDC for @FortuneCrypto. https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/11/19/the-secs-gary-gensler-must-refrain-from-doing-more-harm-to-crypto-on-his-way-out-the-door/ https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/11/19/the-secs-gary-gensler-must-refrain-from-doing-more-harm-to-crypto-on-his-way-out-the-door/"
X Link 2024-11-19T15:38Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today a U.S. District Court struck down the SECs Dealer Rule following a lawsuit filed by BA and @CryptoFreedomTX. Statement from Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC: https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-and-cfat-prevail-against-sec-dealer-rule-struck-down/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-and-cfat-prevail-against-sec-dealer-rule-struck-down/"
X Link 2024-11-21T17:57Z 37K followers, 73.4K engagements
"1/ Today Blockchain Association submitted a letter to President-elect Trump and the new Congress outlining priorities impacting the crypto industry to consider in the first [---] days. https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-submits-letter-to-president-elect-trump-and-the-new-congress-outlining-crypto-priorities-for-first-100-days/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-submits-letter-to-president-elect-trump-and-the-new-congress-outlining-crypto-priorities-for-first-100-days/"
X Link 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, 59.6K engagements
"2/ The path to smart crypto regulation is clear: Congress must lead on market structure & stablecoin legislation. When Washington works together we can protect consumers AND unlock the next wave of financial innovation"
X Link 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements
"3/ The senseless debanking of crypto companies must end. How can American innovators compete globally when they can't even access basic banking services We're talking about legitimate businesses that create jobs and pay taxes. This discrimination hurts US competitiveness"
X Link 2024-11-22T13:10Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements
"📢Were excited to welcome Senate Banking Ranking Member @votetimscott to the #BAPolicySummit stage next month https://theblockchainassociation.org/policy-summit-2024/ https://theblockchainassociation.org/policy-summit-2024/"
X Link 2024-11-22T17:00Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements
"This morning at 11:30 AM ET on @BloombergTV @KMSmithDC will join @CarolineHydeTV and @EdLudlow to discuss crypto's post-election outlook SEC Chair Gensler's announced resignation and our policy priority list to Pres. Trump & Congress. Tune in live: https://www.bloomberg.com/live https://www.bloomberg.com/live"
X Link 2024-11-25T15:23Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements
""Crypto is going to be a big part of our economy in the future.if we don't get the rules right now we're going to miss out on that in the United States." @KMSmithDC discussed the need for regulatory clarity for crypto this morning on @BloombergTV with @CarolineHydeTV"
X Link 2024-11-25T17:39Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ Today the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in the Tornado Cash case brought by users of the software (Van Loon v. Treasury) finding immutable smart contracts (lines of privacy-enabling software code) are not the property of a foreign national or entity. This is yet another big win for the industry. Great summary and analysis 👇 This is yet another big win for the industry. Great summary and analysis 👇"
X Link 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.4K followers, [----] engagements
"2/ The Court also found that OFAC overstepped its congressionally defined authority and importantly recognized legitimate reasons a law-abiding person would want to use a mixer like Tornado Cash"
X Link 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.4K followers, [---] engagements
"End/ This marks another major win for the crypto industry and for the right to develop privacy technology in the United States. The ruling sets an important precedent for future cases involving privacy-enhancing tools. Privacy is normal"
X Link 2024-11-27T00:01Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following President-elect Trump's nomination of Paul Atkins for SEC Chairman:"
X Link 2024-12-04T17:54Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ We are thrilled to announce that one of cryptos greatest champions @FinancialCmte chairman @PatrickMcHenry will join us at the #BAPolicySummit in just under two weeks"
X Link 2024-12-04T19:13Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"A heartfelt thank you to @hedera for sponsoring this years #BAPolicySummit. Your support fuels the progress we are making in DC"
X Link 2024-12-05T14:29Z 37K followers, 19.2K engagements
"We deeply appreciate @DCGco for its generous support of the #BAPolicySummit. Partnerships like yours are critical to our events success"
X Link 2024-12-05T20:16Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO @KMSmithDC following President-elect Trump's naming of @DavidSacks for White House AI and Crypto Czar:"
X Link 2024-12-06T01:52Z 36.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you @CESS_Storage one of our newest members for sponsoring the #BAPolicySummit. Your engagement and support is vital to our success in DC"
X Link 2024-12-06T15:40Z 36.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Excited to share that @RepFrenchHill will take the stage at this months members-only #BAPolicySummit to bring his unique perspective on priorities for Congress and the most pressing policy issues concerning digital assets"
X Link 2024-12-06T17:56Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"A big thanks to @Consensys for their year-over-year support of the #BAPolicySummit"
X Link 2024-12-06T19:57Z 36.6K followers, [----] engagements
"In just [--] days #BAPolicySummit attendees will hear BAs @LauraCSanders @Uniswaps @MinarikLaw @sullcroms @JuddLittleton and Clement & Murphys Erin Murphy discuss the outlook for industry litigation in [----] and beyond"
X Link 2024-12-06T21:29Z 36.5K followers, [---] engagements
"A big thank you to industry champion @coinbase for sponsoring this years #BAPolicySummit. Your support and leadership is critical to our industrys success in Washington"
X Link 2024-12-07T20:07Z 36.6K followers, [----] engagements
"1/ We're thrilled to welcome @iotex_io to BA @iotex_io leads DePIN as the only modular infrastructure that offers a full stack of tech for building decentralized composable and interoperable DePIN projects"
X Link 2024-12-09T17:41Z 37.1K followers, 26K engagements
"2/ As a unified DePIN layer @iotex_io hosts 50+ DePIN projects across multiple chains and ecosystemsempowering everyone to build and benefit from DePIN"
X Link 2024-12-09T17:41Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"End/ The deep expertise @iotex_io brings will add an important voice to BA as policymakers and regulators in DC are showing an increased interest in the #DePIN sector. Learn more here: https://iotex.io/links https://iotex.io/links"
X Link 2024-12-09T17:41Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Were excited for next week's #BAPolicySummit where @SenatorTimScott and @msantoriESQ Chief Legal Officer at @krakenfx will discuss the outlook for Senate Banking in 2025-26"
X Link 2024-12-09T20:28Z 37.2K followers, 26.3K engagements
"A big thanks to @Anchorage for sponsoring the #BAPolicySummit Your support is invaluable and we look forward to seeing you in Washington this month"
X Link 2024-12-10T21:47Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"We cant wait for the panel Privacy Tech and the Right to Code with BAs own @MTCoppel @aaron_d_mackey of @EFF @amandatums of @fund_defi and Jeff Hetzel of @ConMcPLLC. Catch them and all of our other amazing speakers at the members-only #BAPolicySummit"
X Link 2024-12-12T12:31Z 36.7K followers, [----] engagements
"We are thrilled to welcome Colin McLaren Engagement Director at @CIFonX to the stage for Winning: Crypto and the [----] Elections as our first guest speaker at the #BAPolicySummit"
X Link 2024-12-16T16:53Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Its a cliche but true: personnel is policy. President-elects decision to name David Sacks as crypto & AI czar is a good start and a signal that personnel may bring good new policy in the next administration. https://www.wsj.com/tech/david-sacks-ai-crypto-czar-trump-4e07603c https://www.wsj.com/tech/david-sacks-ai-crypto-czar-trump-4e07603c"
X Link 2024-12-16T17:06Z 37.1K followers, [---] engagements
"What will new personnel mean for big outstanding issues that matter to the crypto community Debanking is a mainstream topic now and the incoming banking regulators can do much to reverse this anti-crypto campaign. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/10/technology/crypto-debanking-trump.html https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/10/technology/crypto-debanking-trump.html"
X Link 2024-12-16T17:07Z 37.1K followers, [---] engagements
"Were back on stage at the #BAPolicySummit with @m_mosier_ Co-Founder of Arktouros PLLC and former Acting Director @FinCENnews joins @RebeccaRettig1 Chief Legal & Policy Officer @0xPolygon to discuss An Opportunity for Positive Policy Reform - Critical Communications Transmitters"
X Link 2024-12-16T19:08Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Up next at the #BAPolicySummit is @CatoInstitute's Director of Financial Regulation Studies @jenniferjschulp and Policy Analyst @JackSolowey who are sitting town to discuss Incoming Congressional Makeup and Outlook for Stablecoin Legislation"
X Link 2024-12-16T19:36Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Another great #BAPolicySummit session takes the stage with Jon Lenzner Chief of Staff at the @FBI and @jasonsomensatto Head of Policy for North America at @chainalysis discuss hot topics Crypto AI and National Security"
X Link 2024-12-16T20:14Z 37.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Up next BAs own Senior Director of Government Relations @RonwHammond takes the mic at the #BAPolicySummit with Sulolit "Raj" Mukherjee Executive Director Office of Digital Asset Initiative at the IRS to have a conversation on Tax Policy Priorities: A Conversation with IRS"
X Link 2024-12-16T20:58Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The last session day one session at the #BAPolicySummit is already here. @nilminirubin Chief Policy Officer at @hedera sits down with Congressmen @WileyNickel and @USRepMikeFlood to wrap up todays programming with the session Moving the Needle: Market Structure Stablecoins and SAB 121"
X Link 2024-12-16T21:38Z 37.5K followers, 19.6K engagements
"Nickel: my hope for this next Congress is that we keep Democrats on board and do bipartisan legislation so that the new regulations stick and arent undone when control of Congress changes handsthats the only way to get it done"
X Link 2024-12-16T21:46Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Flood: when Schumer voted for SAB121 repeal we thought this is incredible: bucking his own president his own party I think the White House couldnt believe it was happening. Passing that bill in the Senate Rep Scalise said wow this is a real issue a real priority"
X Link 2024-12-16T21:46Z 36.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Flood: when I was in Singapore I heard that unless the U.S. gets on board with digital assets the industry just wont work. The U.S. is the most important country in the work for financial technology and countries we visit say: we want the U.S. to be engaged on digital innovation"
X Link 2024-12-16T21:49Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Flood: when Schumer voted for SAB121 repeal we thought this is incredible: bucking his own president his own party I think the White House couldnt believe it was happening. Passing that bill in the Senate @SteveScalise said wow this is a real issue a real priority"
X Link 2024-12-16T21:51Z 37.6K followers, [---] engagements
"A sincere thank you to all our speakers and attendees for contributing to a fantastic first day at the #BAPolicySummit. We greatly appreciated the thought-provoking discussions on stage and the opportunity to engage with our members. Were excited for whats aheadtonights gala dinner another full day of programming and tomorrow evenings holiday party"
X Link 2024-12-16T22:00Z 37.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Were honored to share a message from @realDonaldTrump delivered to our members at this evenings annual #BAPolicySummit gala. We look forward to celebrating the inauguration of the countrys first pro-crypto President on Jan [--] backed up by the most pro-crypto Congress ever"
X Link 2024-12-17T01:23Z 38.3K followers, 119.2K engagements
"Up next were welcoming @NYDFS Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris to the stage at the #BAPolicySummit as she sits for a chat with @StellarOrgs Candace Kelly"
X Link 2024-12-17T15:39Z 37.6K followers, [----] engagements
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