Arizona, Texas, Utah leading in US crypto policy: Chainlink
2025-07-16 10:01:11
Main Idea
Arizona, Texas, and Utah are leading U.S. states in blockchain and crypto policy innovation, with significant legislative activity expected during 'Crypto Week' to provide industry clarity.
Key Points
1. Arizona, Texas, and Utah are recognized as top states in blockchain policy, according to a report by Chainlink and the Blockchain Association (NABA).
2. 22% of U.S. states have an active blockchain pilot program, while 16% have a pro-crypto task force.
3. Three key bills—the GENIUS Act, the CLARITY Act, and the Anti-CBDC Act—are expected to pass during 'Crypto Week,' marking a turning point for the industry.
4. Industry leaders, such as VALR co-founder Farzam Ehsani, view this legislative progress as a significant shift from the previous year.
5. The report highlights the importance of state-level blockchain policy innovation alongside federal developments.
Description
At least 50% of US states have strong congressional representative support on blockchain policy, while 36% have an active pro-crypto task force.
Latest News
- Trump Media files AI trademarks to expand Truth Social, present ‘non-woke’ news2025-07-16 22:29:01
- UK lawmakers push to ban crypto donations in political campaigns2025-07-16 22:17:36
- Talos acquires Coin Metrics in $100M deal2025-07-16 21:52:25
- Bitcoin resistance at $120K normal due to ‘frothy’ open interest near all-time highs2025-07-16 21:52:08
- ‘There is no legitimate use case for crypto’ — US Representative Stephen Lynch2025-07-16 21:24:04