The Blockchain Association is dedicated to educating Washington officials and regulators so that suitable legislation may be enacted to promote the growth of this new technology. The group remains certain that crypto will be the driving force behind the next generation of American innovation after appearing before Congress and working closely with politicians.
In an interview with MarketWatch, Kristin Smith, executive director of the Blockchain Association, said the measure represents a milestone moment in the history of the crypto policy and demonstrates that Congress appreciates the importance of digital assets to the US economy. Following the passage of last year's bipartisan infrastructure bill, which mandated those disclosures, Smith added that "we are particularly excited" that the legislation gives the CFTC primary oversight of crypto spot markets, as well as a provision that amends what types of businesses must report crypto transactions to the IRS.