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Blockchain Association
Blockchain Association's Kristin Smith on Binance's Proof-of-Reserves Pledge
Crypto exchange Binance founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao urged industry players to provide "proof-of-reserves" on the heels of a proposal to acquire rival FTX. Kristin Smith of the Blockchain Association, a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying group, weighs in, saying it's "a good idea... but it's nothing that U.S. exchanges, at least the major ones, aren't already doing."

Binance-FTX Deal Will Invite 'Scrutiny' Into Regulation of Exchanges: Blockchain Association's Kristin Smith
"What happened with FTX may not be able to be addressed by U.S. regulation," says Blockchain Association Executive Director Kristin Smith. But, she adds that Congress is still very interested in finding a way to regulate the spot markets. The potential Binance-FTX merger "is going to open up more robust debate around exchange regulation."

What the Proposed FTX-Binance Deal Means on Capitol Hill
Crypto exchange Binance agreed to buy FTX after its rival suffered a liquidity crisis. Kristin Smith of the Blockchain Association, a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying group, discusses the impact of the potential sale on Capitol Hill and how it could shape the future crypto regulation.

Blockchain Association Sets Up New Crypto Industry PAC
The Blockchain Association is adding its own political action committee, called BA PAC, to the crypto industry’s growing array of campaign finance efforts seeking to steer the U.S. government’s debate over digital assets.

Blockchain Association Exec: 'New Era of Policymaking' in Washington
Blockchain Association Director Kristin Smith reacts to the Biden Administration's latest guidelines released last week for digital assets, characterizing the reports as "disappointing." Smith also adds why she thinks Washington is in a "new era of policymaking."

How Lawmakers May Respond to Celsius Network's Bankruptcy
Liquidity-strapped crypto lender Celsius Network has a $1.2 billion hole in its balance sheet, according to a new court filing. Ron Hammond, cirector of bovernment relations at lobbying trade group Blockchain Association, discusses the possible regulatory implications and potential road ahead for Celsius and crypto lending.

Everything You Need to Know About New York’s New Crypto Bill
The Blockchain Association New York State Lead John Olsen discusses a recent bill passed in the New York State Assembly to ban non-renewable crypto mining. Olsen explains the details of the legislation, the chances of it getting passed in the Senate and misconceptions about blockchain technology amongst lawmakers.

Blockchain Association Executive on Biden’s Executive Order: ‘Political Power of the Crypto Community Is on the Rise’
Kristin Smith, executive director of the Blockchain Association, joins “First Mover” to weigh in on the impact of President Biden’s executive order on digital assets. Smith highlights optimism in the order as it suggests that “digital assets create an opportunity to reinstate American leadership.”

US House Passes Unamended Infrastructure Bill to President Joe Biden
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill with a controversial cryptocurrency tax reporting requirement, which is now awaiting President Joe Biden's signature. Executive Director of crypto trade group Blockchain Association Kristin Smith discusses the possible benefits and consequences of the bill for miners, crypto holders, and their taxes.

Is Crypto Becoming a Partisan Issue in the US?
Kristin Smith, executive director of the Blockchain Association, a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying group, discusses her views on why crypto is too big for partisan politics and why attempts to label crypto "red" or blue" are missing the point.
