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WH advisor Patrick Witt: Davos 2026 was ‘turning point’ for global crypto normalization

White House crypto advisor Patrick Witt said stablecoins are the “gateway drug” for global finance and that Washington is racing to deliver regulatory clarity.

By Sam Ewen, AI BoostJan 27, 2026

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WH advisor Patrick Witt defends stablecoin yields: 'consumers win when there’s choice'

Patrick Witt, Executive Director of President's Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, joins CoinDesk's Sam Ewen to discuss the presence of crypto at Davos 2026 and President Trump’s renewed pledge to make America the global center of innovation. Witt breaks down the tension between traditional banks and the crypto industry, and its impact on the market structure battle.

Jan 26, 2026

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