As a regular reader of this newsletter, you may be aware that Congress has been debating market structure legislation for the past few months. However, crypto policy discussions encompass a wide range of issues beyond this single topic, including taxes, decentralized finance regulations, the midterm election, and more. CoinDesk's Consensus Miami conference will delve into each of these issues in depth next month. The crypto industry has made significant strides, with the US President signing the first significant crypto-specific legislation last year and regulators changing their approach to enforcement actions.
Despite some setbacks this year, the industry remains optimistic, with regulators proposing rules for stablecoin companies and lawmakers considering reforms to US crypto tax policy. The Consensus Miami conference will bring together leading lawmakers, regulators, and industry experts to discuss these issues, including the Policy & Regulation Summit, which will explore key policy and regulatory issues in-depth. The summit will feature sessions on the 2026 midterm election, taxes, and decentralized finance, as well as a debate on prediction markets. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for industry professionals to engage with policymakers and regulators, and to shape the future of the crypto industry.