As this newsletter's readers are aware, the US Congress has been engaged in debates over market structure legislation for the past few months. However, discussions around cryptocurrency policy encompass a broader range of issues, including taxation, decentralized finance regulations, the upcoming midterm elections, and state-level approaches to the sector. The Consensus Miami conference, scheduled to take place next month, will delve into each of these topics in detail. The event will feature prominent lawmakers, regulators, and industry experts, including Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Ashley Moody, CFTC Chairman Mike Selig, and White House representative Patrick Witt.
A dedicated Policy & Regulation Summit will explore key issues, such as the compliance of decentralized finance with anti-money laundering rules, tax implications in the new 1099-DA era, and the role of states in regulating the sector. The conference will also include a series of sessions focused on the 2026 midterm election and its potential impact on the cryptocurrency industry.