Blockchain+ Bi-Weekly — While Washington Shuts Down, The Industry Moves Forward

With most federal agencies idled by the ongoing government shutdown, digital-asset policy has entered a holding pattern. Market-structure legislation now appears highly unlikely for this Congress. Comment periods are paused, rulemakings delayed, and some courts are scaling back operations. Even amid the slowdown in Washington, market participants are pressing ahead with regulatory engagement, product development and infrastructure planning.

We also note — with both pride and sadness — that Jonathan Schmalfeld has left Polsinelli and his role on the BitBlog team to become Head of Policy at the Digital Chamber.

Important OCC and Fed Remarks on Stablecoin Oversight – Don't Expect Shocks