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Blockchain Association sees leadership shift shortly after crypto Clarity Act fizzles
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Fusion42 · 26 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Blockchain Association is undergoing a leadership change with Summer Mersinger stepping down and Kristin Smith returning as interim CEO shortly after the failure of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act in the U.S. Senate.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 4 sources have reported it between 25 Sep 2026 and 26 Sep 2026.
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The return of Kristin Smith to lead the Blockchain Association signals renewed focus and continuity in crypto lobbying just as regulatory clarity stalls. You should prepare to engage with shifting U.S. policy efforts and navigate ongoing uncertainty in crypto regulation.
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4 sources · first reported 25 Sep 2026 · latest 26 Sep 2026
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