Blockchain Association


Videos

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.

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Finance

Binance.US Quits Blockchain Association, Forms In-House Lobbying Shop

A source close to the company says the groups’ goals “were not fully aligned.”

Binance.US CEO Brian Shroder (Binance.US)

Policy

DC Lobbying Group Expands to New York State Capital

The crypto trade association’s new office in Albany will act as a foothold for state-level lobbying.

Albany, New York (Stephen Munley/Unsplash)

Policy

Biden’s Executive Order on Crypto Met With Relief From Key Industry Players

The order is largely perceived as a step in the right direction that could offer the industry much-needed regulatory clarity.

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Opinion

President Biden’s Crypto Order Is a Huge Step Forward for the Industry

The long-awaited order is an acknowledgement of crypto’s importance and the necessity of ensuring regulation is done correctly.

The Biden White House has acknowledged the importance of getting crypto regulation right. (Getty Images)

Videos

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.”

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Policy

Foundry Digital Joins Crypto Lobbying Group Blockchain Association

The digital asset mining and staking company joins as policymakers consider regulations for the crypto industry.

K street is the traditional home of political lobbyists in Washington, D.C. (Getty Images)

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The Mnuchin Files: New Documents Shed Light on Trump-Era Crypto Policy

Jared Kushner advocated behind the scenes for a U.S. digital currency, among other revelations in a 250-page trove from Steven Mnuchin’s tenure at Treasury.

Steven Mnuchin (Illustration: Melody Wang/Photo: Getty Images)

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Most Influential 2021: Kristin Smith

The Blockchain Association’s executive director is one of crypto’s staunchest advocates on the Hill.

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Policy

Blockchain Association Raises $4M to Grow Its Presence on Capitol Hill

Kraken, Digital Currency Group (DCG) and the Filecoin Foundation participated in the round.

The U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. Photographer: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg via Getty Images

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