Fintech and Blockchain Summit Relocates to Washington Plaza Hotel Amid Government Shutdown
The Government Blockchain Association and Edge Of Company have upgraded their Future of Money, Governance, and the Law summit to the Washington Plaza Hotel, featuring prominent speakers from Coinbase, Grayscale Investments, and international organizations to discuss regulatory frameworks and digital economy innovation.
The Government Blockchain Association and Edge Of Company have confirmed final details for their upcoming summit on the future of finance, governance, and technology, featuring an upgraded venue and new ticketing options due to the ongoing government shutdown. The event, initially planned for the U.S. Capitol, has been relocated to the Washington Plaza Hotel, providing a more engaging experience with expanded networking areas, dedicated exhibit halls, and full-day hospitality services.
The summit's significance lies in its timing during a government shutdown, demonstrating the private sector's ability to adapt and advance critical conversations about financial technology regulation. Joshua Kriger, Co-Founder of The Edge of Company, emphasized the opportunity created by the circumstances, stating the shutdown forced organizers to explore how to make an even bigger impact. Kriger will moderate a panel on regulating the future and new frontiers in fintech and blockchain featuring Ryan VanGrack, VP Legal Affairs at Coinbase, Kyle Hauptman, Chair of the U.S. National Credit Union Administration, Craig Salm, Chief Legal Officer of Grayscale Investments, and Jon Ungerland, Deland COO.
Newly announced keynote speaker Brittany Kaiser, CEO of AlphaTON Capital, brings international recognition for her leadership in digital rights, data sovereignty, and ethical innovation in Web3. Kaiser's participation underscores the event's focus on building a transparent and equitable digital economy. AlphaTON Capital drives investments in early-stage blockchain and AI ventures that prioritize transparency, user empowerment, and regulatory clarity, values central to the summit's mission.
The event has attracted diverse sponsorship from organizations including Bitlayer, Voatz, DomiChain, Digital Finance Group (DFG), CESS Network, Artificial Superintelligence Alliance, Toto, DaLand, PAI3.AI, and Energent Media. These sponsors reflect the growing corporate commitment to shaping the future of digital finance and governance frameworks.
Notable participants include blockchain co-inventor Scott Stornetta, alongside representatives from the World Bank, UNDP, U.S. federal agencies including Defense, Treasury, and Homeland Security, state and local governments, and international delegations from the UK, Brazil, Ukraine, and India. Leading academic institutions like Harvard, Georgetown, and Johns Hopkins will join innovators from AWS, JP Morgan, and the Blockchain Association, creating a comprehensive dialogue between policymakers, technologists, and financial institutions.
The transition to a private facility necessitated ticket pricing to cover upgraded venue and hospitality costs while maintaining inclusive access. Registration is available through their official platform at https://www.newmediawire.com with options ranging from $99 general admission to $1,299 VIP passes, while government officials receive complimentary access and students benefit from discounted rates. The diverse pricing structure ensures broad participation across sectors, crucial for developing balanced regulatory approaches that consider multiple stakeholder perspectives.