# Bitcoin Update: The State of U.S. Crypto Regulation

**Ben Lawsky and Greg Cipolaro**  
*January 28, 2026*

**Video**

In this episode of The _NYDIG Bitcoin Update_, Ben Lawsky (Head of Regulatory Affairs) dives deep into the evolving U.S. crypto regulatory landscape, including the stalled market structure bill, stablecoin implementation challenges, and shifting agency dynamics. We assess what recent setbacks mean for regulatory clarity, industry momentum, and the path forward amid growing political time pressure.

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