NYC Mayor Eric Adams Creates America’s First-Ever Municipal Office For Crypto And Blockchain
New York City Mayor Eric Adams launched the country’s first city-level office of cryptocurrencies and blockchains on Tuesday.
First-Ever Municipal Office For Crypto
Adams signed Executive Order 57, establishing the New York City Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain, according to a press release by the Mayor’s office.
The newly established office aims to promote the “responsible use” of digital assets and blockchain technologies, stimulate economic opportunities for city residents and attract “world-class” talent.
“The age of digital assets is here, and with it comes the chance to grow our economy, attract world-class talent, expand opportunities for underbanked communities, and make government more user-friendly,” Adams said.
Adams also appointed Moises Rendon as the executive …
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