North American Blockchain Summit 2023: Politicians, Policy, and Patriotism

The North American Blockchain Summit (NABS) changed its location and name in 2023, attracting hundreds of crypto and blockchain enthusiasts to Fort Worth, Texas. The event featured politicians and industry leaders discussing policy and regulation affecting the space, including longshot Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and current lawmakers such as Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis and Texas Senator Ted Cruz. The event had a patriotic and U.S.-centered theme, with daily events kicking off with the playing of the U.S. national anthem and exclusive fundraisers with speakers in exchange for donations. The conference came one year before the United States is set to vote for many Senators, members of the House of Representatives, local lawmakers, and the U.S. Presidency, which could affect how Congress handles digital asset legislation moving forward into 2025.