Tether executive warns the 2026 midterms could have 'seismic impact' on crypto industry

CoinDesk2h agoUpdated 2h ago
Tether executive warns the 2026 midterms could have 'seismic impact' on crypto industry
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Tether's government affairs head warned the 2026 U.S. midterm elections could "seismic impact" crypto's policy gains, including the GENIUS Act. As the industry mobilizes politically with major spending and voter outreach, panelists emphasized crypto must maintain durability beyond election cycles. India's crypto community watches as U.S. regulatory momentum faces potential reversal depending on congressional composition.

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