Crypto 2.0: What’s Next in the US?

Episode notes

Alex Drylewski , co-head of Skadden's Web3 and Digital Assets Group, discusses the significant shift in U.S. crypto policy under the Trump administration with host Joseph Kamyar . Alex highlights recent regulatory developments, including the executive order on "Strengthening American Leadership and Digital Financial Technology" and the SEC's formation of a new crypto task force. He shares insight into how these changes signal a pro-innovation environment for crypto builders while still emphasizing fraud prevention. Alex predicts that 2025 will bring increased institutional engagement by non-crypto native players, comprehensive legislation and continued private litigation as the industry seeks the regulatory clarity it has long desired. ️ Key Points ️ Top takeaways from this episode Policy Shift : The Trump administration's executive order marks a philosophical change from the previous executive order and emphasizes protection and promotion of innovation, regulatory clarity and technology access rather than focusing on perceived risks.

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