Key policymakers and blockchain leaders gathered in Washington, D.C., for the Blockchain Association’s third annual Policy Summit on December 16-17, 2024. Discussions focused on regulating stablecoins and securities laws, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation to foster innovation while ensuring national security.President-elect Donald Trump addressed attendees via video, expressing support for blockchain technology's role in enhancing national security. Industry representatives showcased decentralized projects like CESS, Filecoin, and Helium, highlighting blockchain's potential to protect sensitive information and privacy.