Cryptocurrency Landscape: Examining the GENIUS Act, CLARITY Act and Prospects for the Crypto Sector's Future
WilmerHale Hosts Informative Webinar on Crypto Legislation
In a significant move, WilmerHale is set to host a webinar titled "Crypto Currently: Unpacking the GENIUS Act, CLARITY Act and Future of the Crypto Industry". This event, scheduled to take place soon, will delve into the intricacies of two key pieces of cryptocurrency legislation - the GENIUS Act and the CLARITY Act.
The GENIUS Act, signed into law on July 18, 2025, establishes a landmark stablecoin issuance and custody framework, marking a significant step forward in federal cryptocurrency legislation. The CLARITY Act, on the other hand, is currently pending before the Senate and proposes a regulatory framework for the SEC and CFTC market structure for digital commodities.
The webinar will offer valuable insights into these legislative developments, focusing on their implications for the crypto industry. It will cover the stablecoin issuance and custody framework established by the GENIUS Act, the market structure regulatory framework for digital commodities as proposed in the CLARITY Act, and broader policy insights, best practices, and practical implications for stakeholders in the crypto sector.
The session will be led by WilmerHale's partners and experts in blockchain, cryptocurrency, futures, derivatives, and public policy. These include Jeremy Moorehouse, Zachary Goldman, Matthew B. Kulkin, Megan O’Flynn, and Jeffrey Wieand. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the webinar.
It is important to note that regulators are not permitted to attend the event. This webinar is part of WilmerHale’s ongoing Crypto Currently Webinar Series, presented by their Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Working Group, aimed at helping companies navigate the evolving regulatory landscape of crypto.
The webinar's discussion will provide in-depth analysis and practical guidance on the following topics:
| Topic | Legislation | Status | |------------------------------------------|------------------------------|--------------------------------| | Stablecoin issuance and custody framework | GENIUS Act | Signed into law July 18, 2025 | | Market structure for digital commodities | CLARITY Act | Pending before the Senate | | Policy insights and practical implications| Both Acts | For crypto industry stakeholders|
This coverage underscores the future trajectory of the crypto regulatory environment and industry best practices in light of these new laws.
For those interested, the webinar offers CLE credit for experienced New York attorneys and live presentation attendees in California and New York. CLE credit is also pending for this program. WilmerHale has been accredited by the New York State and California State Continuing Legal Education Boards as a provider of continuing legal education. Additionally, WilmerHale has been approved as a Colorado Certified Provider, and the program is being planned to offer CLE credit for Colorado attendees (if requested).
However, it is important to note that CLE credit is not available for on-demand webinar recordings. Attendees may be able to claim England & Wales CPD, and New Jersey grants reciprocal credit for programs approved in New York, with Connecticut credit also being issuable.
Stay tuned for more updates on this insightful webinar that promises to provide valuable insights into the future of the crypto industry.
- The webinar hosted by WilmerHale will offer insights into the financial implications of the GENIUS Act and CLARITY Act, especially in relation to the recently established stablecoin issuance and custody framework, and the proposed market structure for digital commodities.
- Technology will play a significant role in the discussion, as the webinar will delve into the technological aspects of digital commodities and the potential impact of these legislative acts on the crypto industry's best practices and public policy.
