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[Ep. #3] The First 100 Days: Crypto's Legislative Priorities Under a New Administration

Podcast

January 10, 2025

Patrick Murck hosts Sheila Warren, CEO Emerita of the Crypto Council for Innovation, Gregory Xethalis, General Counsel at Multicoin Capital, and Marco Santori, Chief Legal Officer at Kraken to explore what the first hundred days of the Trump administration could mean for crypto regulation. The conversation examines personnel changes, agency priorities, and legislative challenges ahead.

Some highlights from the conversation:

Personnel choices show promise with knowledgeable appointees like Paul Atkins, but restrictions on regulators engaging with crypto technology remain a significant hurdle
The Senate presents unique challenges despite Republican control, with Elizabeth Warren's new role as ranking member on Senate Banking and the need to navigate complex political dynamics
The House lacks Patrick McHenry's unique combination of crypto expertise and political acumen, though French Hill shows promise as a knowledgeable advocate
Legislative priorities include market structure and stablecoin bills, but success depends on complex factors including timing, agency implementation, and broader political priorities
Agency coordination and expertise will be crucial, with focus needed beyond just SEC and CFTC to include Treasury, FinCEN, and other regulatory bodies

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