Algorand Foundation Joins Blockchain Association Amid U.S. Regulatory Push

The Algorand Foundation has officially joined the Blockchain Association, a major U.S. crypto policy advocacy group, as the industry faces heightened legislative and regulatory activity in Washington, D.C. The move signals Algorand’s intent to play a more active role in shaping the policy environment for open blockchain networks in the United States.

Regulatory Engagement Comes at Pivotal Time

The membership was announced amid growing momentum for crypto-related legislation in the U.S., including proposed frameworks around stablecoins, market structure, and digital asset oversight. By joining the Blockchain Association, Algorand will participate in discussions on how these policies are formed and implemented, particularly as lawmakers increasingly focus on regulating decentralized systems and public blockchain infrastructure.

Jennie Levin, Algorand Foundation’s recently appointed Chief Legal and Operations Officer, described the decision as strategic: “What happens next in Washington will shape the future of crypto in the U.S. for years to come. It’s essential that we have a seat at the table.”

Background on the Foundation and Association

The Algorand Foundation supports the development of the Algorand blockchain, a Layer 1 protocol that has positioned itself as a platform for real-world use cases such as decentralized finance, digital identity, and cross-border payments.

The Blockchain Association is a D.C.-based industry group that advocates for innovation-friendly policy and engages with lawmakers and regulators on behalf of member organizations. It has been involved in lobbying efforts related to digital asset classification, tax treatment, and the regulation of crypto exchanges and wallets.

In a public statement, Algorand Foundation CEO Staci Warden said the organization is interested in contributing to a “clear, consistent policy” environment. She emphasized the importance of regulatory clarity for enabling blockchain’s broader adoption and utility.

Policy Priorities and Industry Context

Algorand’s entry into the association comes at a time when several crypto-focused bills are under consideration in Congress. Among them are proposals to create new regulatory categories for stablecoins and digital asset intermediaries, as well as rules around decentralized protocol governance.

The Foundation has not specified particular legislation it aims to influence, but its membership includes participation in the association’s working groups. These typically focus on topics such as tokenization, privacy, decentralization, and international competitiveness in digital asset policy.

Levin, who joined the Foundation last month, is expected to lead its policy engagement efforts. “The Blockchain Association is educating lawmakers, engaging regulators, and helping shape a legal framework for the industry,” she said.

A Broader Industry Trend

Algorand’s membership reflects a broader trend among blockchain foundations and crypto firms seeking to increase their involvement in public policy discussions. Over the past year, organizations including Ripple, Circle, and Kraken have also expanded their lobbying efforts and industry association affiliations.

As U.S. regulators and legislators continue to define the boundaries of digital asset oversight, industry players appear increasingly aware that long-term viability depends not just on technical innovation but on regulatory alignment as well.

Participation in the Blockchain Association gives the Algorand Foundation an institutional platform to contribute to that dialogue. According to both parties, working group engagement is already underway.

Other Members

Project	Category	Notable Contributions
Ava Labs	Layer-1 Blockchain	Creators of Avalanche
Compound	DeFi Lending Protocol	Pioneer in algorithmic interest rates for lending
Kraken	Crypto Exchange	Major U.S. crypto exchange
Chainalysis	Blockchain Analytics	Leading compliance & analytics platform
Blockdaemon	Node Infrastructure	Blockchain infrastructure provider
Hyperledger	Enterprise Blockchain	Linux Foundation’s blockchain suite
Digital Asset	Institutional Blockchain	Creator of Canton Network with finance focus
Union Square Ventures	Venture Capital	Early-stage crypto investments
Polychain Capital	Venture Capital	Investor in top-tier crypto projects
BlockFi	Crypto Lending Platform	Lending/investment services
Zcash Foundation	Privacy Protocol	Stewards of Zcash privacy tech
Uniswap Foundation	Decentralized Exchange	Supports Uniswap DEX ecosystem