As this newsletter's readers are aware, the US Congress has been debating market structure legislation for the past few months, but cryptocurrency policy discussions encompass many more issues, including taxes, decentralized finance regulations, the upcoming midterm election, and state-specific approaches. CoinDesk's Consensus Miami conference will delve into each of these topics in depth.
The annual conference will feature discussions on the intersection of cryptocurrency and government, including the recent significant policy changes around digital assets. Last year, the US President signed the first major crypto-specific legislation, and regulators have since changed their approach to enforcement actions. The crypto industry has made significant strides, with lawmakers considering reforms to US crypto tax policy and proposing rules for stablecoin companies. The industry is still seeking tax reform, with a de minimis exemption for crypto transactions, and is looking ahead to the November elections.
Consensus Miami will bring together leading lawmakers, regulators, and industry experts to discuss these issues, including Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Ashley Moody, CFTC Chairman Mike Selig, and White House point man on crypto Patrick Witt. The conference will also feature a Policy & Regulation Summit, dedicated to exploring key policy and regulatory issues, and a series of sessions focused on the 2026 midterm election. The event will conclude with a debate on prediction markets, one of the biggest topics in the country, and will feature a discussion on whether these markets are a form of gambling or a novel financial instrument.