Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse sees the crypto industry entering a critical policy window in the U.S., even as markets show strength, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) trading above $80,000. Key Legislative Window Narrowing Speaking at Consensus Miami 2026, Garlinghouse said the weeks of May 11, and May 18 could be decisive for advancing federal cryptocurrency legislation.
Gustavo Petro pointed to Venezuela and Paraguay as examples of countries attracting Bitcoin mining investment through abundant clean energy. His proposal frames Colombia's Caribbean coast as a potential digital-infrastructure hub, linking mining to regional development and foreign capital.