Over 10 Top Crypto Executives to Join U.S. Senate Roundtable on DeFi Rules and Market Reform

Digital asset regulation could be taking a landmark shift as over ten leading crypto executives are set to meet with U.S. Senate lawmakers this week to discuss the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) and market oversight plans. 

According to , the closed-door roundtable being organized by Senate Democrats will bring together major players from Coinbase, Circle, Ripple, Consensys, and Uniswap, among others, to address the growing need for clear rules governing on-chain financial activity.

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Sources state that the roundtable discussion between the and crypto executives aims to build consensus around a legislative framework that balances innovation and investor protection. Senate staffers described the discussions as “policy-focused,” centered on issues such as smart contract transparency, DeFi protocol liability, anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, and the evolving role of stablecoins in global markets.

Executives expected to attend include , Circle co-founder Jeremy Allaire, Ripple’s Monica Long, Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin, and Uniswap founder Hayden Adams. There are some of the most vocal advocates for responsible crypto regulation. Their participation reiterates that the DeFi sector, now valued at over $100 billion, has outpaced the existing U.S. legal framework.

The Senate’s engagement follows months of heightened scrutiny from federal agencies, including the SEC and (CFTC), over the classification and compliance obligations of decentralized protocols. While the SEC has brought multiple enforcement actions against DeFi projects, industry leaders argue that the lack of clear rules stifles innovation and drives U.S. projects overseas.

Crypto Executives Push for Clarity, Not Crackdown

For crypto executives, the message heading into the talks is clahead about how regulation should support transparency and compliance without crushing innovation. Many companies have already implemented voluntary measures, such as smart contract audits and on-chain KYC answers, to align with global AML standards.

Circle’s Jeremy Allaire recently emphasized the need for “proportionate and technology-neutral regulation,” while Coinbase’s Armstrong has repeatedly called for Congress to “set clear guidelines so the U.S. doesn’t fall behind.”

, representing the DeFi sector, is expected to argue that open-source protocols and automated liquidity systems can coexist with regulatory objectives if frameworks are adapted to fit decentralized architectures.

While the crypto industry has faced years of tension with U.S. regulators, this roundtable may signal the beginning of a more constructive and pragmatic dialogue. Analysts note that the meeting’s tone appears diverse from past congressional hearings. Instead of public confrontation, it focuses on collaboration, with both sides acknowledging the importance of developing rules that encourage innovation while protecting consumers.

If the dialogue leads to clearer rules and consistent oversight, the U.S. could reassert itself as a global leader in responsible digital finance — one where innovation and regulation finally move in sync.