Election Coverage 2024
The 2024 elections in the US, Asia, Europe and Africa are poised to influence the global regulatory framework for Bitcoin and crypto. Follow CoinDesk for essential updates and expert analysis to see what’s at stake.
Flood of Cash From Coinbase Gives Crypto One of the Biggest Campaign War Chests
Coinbase followed Ripple and a16z in each giving a new $25 million to their political action committee, Fairshake, as the general election approaches that may shift crypto's destiny.
U.S. Sen. Wyden: House 'Right' to Pursue Crypto Bill, Late in Session for More Progress
The Oregon Democrat has been among his party's crypto sympathizers in the Senate, and he said there's "a long way to go" after this early burst of crypto momentum in Washington.
RFK Jr. Says Guilty Verdict May Help Trump's Election Prospects
The independent presidential candidate spoke Thursday at Consensus 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Trump's Guilty Verdict and Pro-Crypto Stance
The U.S. presidential candidate spoke at Consensus 2024
A16z Boosts Crypto's Election Fund by Another $25M to Seek Friendly Congress
After Ripple's similar addition, which put the industry's political action committees over the $100M mark this week, the additional $25M pushes the political influence into rare territory.
One-Third of U.S. Voters Say They'll Weigh Candidates' Crypto Views Before Voting: Poll
A Harris Poll glimpse of voters' crypto views – paid for by bitcoin ETF issuer Grayscale – shows increasing interest, and 77% think a U.S. presidential candidate should know crypto.
Crypto's Election Season Is Kicking Off
Crypto is looking to play a bigger role than ever in this year's elections. We want to know how big.
The Crypto Industry’s Influence on U.S. Elections is Bigger Than Ever, Industry Insiders Say
Crypto-focused PACs are shaping the outcome of certain key Congressional elections.
Industry Stakeholders Believe a UK Election Won't Derail Crypto Plans
A U.K. election is expected to happen this year, but it likely won't change the trajectory of the country's crypto policy efforts.
Stand With Crypto Sets Up Election War Chest, Backs Candidates Seeking Open Seats
Stand With Crypto – an advocacy group started by Coinbase last year – will start gathering cash from more than 400,000 members to give to favored congressional candidates.
