Key TakeawaysCathie Wood advocates reducing SEC and FTC regulatory powers to boost innovation and attract crypto talent back to the U.S.a16z emphasizes that the crypto industry should leverage the current political climate to secure innovation-friendly regulations.Charles Hoskinson plans to open a policy office in Washington, D.C., to lobby for clear, bipartisan crypto regulations, aiming for impactful legislative changes by 2025.Premature celebration, or well-earned victory?With Donald Trump heading back to the Oval Office, a wave of euphoria has gripped the crypto world.And big name after big name is adding fuel to a crypto fire that buoyed Bitcoin to a new all-time-high over $82K.Charles Hoskinson plans to open a lobbying office in Washington.Andressen Horowitzs a16z sees the current environment as a prime time to invest in crypto.And Cathie Wood of ARK Invest thinks todays environment compares favorably to investment opportunities in the 1980s and 1990s.Time for a closer look at how far the growing crypto momentum could go.A New Dawn for Crypto InvestmentIn a post-election video overview of the crypto landscape and broader economy, Cathie Woods of Ark Invest sees many opportunities.Perhaps the most profound thing thats going to happen in the very near term is a changing of the guard at some of the regulatory agenciesthe SEC and the FTC.Cathie Wood, ARK InvestGary Genslers notoriously anti-crypto regime at the SEC is likely to end, potentially replaced by a far more pro-crypto voice like Hester Pierce.Lina Khans term as chair of the FTC will also give way to a voice far less threatening to big tech companies.Wood anticipates that Donald Trumps future administration will adopt a more favorable approach toward cryptocurrencies.That would go a long way towards reversing the damage ofthe SECs current stance, including the loss of talent to other countries.Crypto venture capital firm a16z echoed this sentiment in a blog post.It is significant for the industry. Were very optimistic that the government will now foster innovation, accelerate progress, and enable the crypto ecosystem to thrive in the U.S.a16z CryptoAndressen Horowitzs firm emphasized the importance of establishing a regulatory environment that supports innovation in the crypto sector.Mr. Cardano Goes To Washington $ADA to Explode?In a proactive move, Charles Hoskinson (founder of Cardano ($ADA) and co-founder of IOHK), plans to open a policy office in Washington, D.C., and build bipartisan support for crypto-friendly regulations.Hoskinson aims to collaborate with lawmakers to develop clear and sensible regulations. The kind that could unlock significant economic value and promote job creation within the crypto industry.The goal is to have the office operational by January 2025, focusing on initiatives like repealing SEC Accounting Bulletin 121 and supporting Senator Cynthia Lummis crypto bill.Whether or not Hoskinson succeeds in developing a successful lobbying arm is less significant. More importantly, the move indicates how major crypto players see Washington becoming far friendlier for crypto under Trumps second administration.Theres even a growing push for Hoskinson to serve as a Trump crypto advisor, though theres no official statement yet.Meanwhile, Hoskinsons move reinforces what a16z sees. Soon, crypto advocates in Washington will be able to:Provide opportunities for crypto growth with improved regulatory clarityEncourage crypto founders to innovateAdvocate for clear regulatory frameworksClarify guidance on token usage and legal structuresWith the anticipated regulatory clarity, the U.S. could become one of the most favorable environments for building and growing crypto projects.Verdict: 25 Years of Germinating Gives Way to GrowthCathie Wood stated that crypto technology finally seems ready after decades of initial development and growth.Trumps reelection could trigger a regulatory environment that provides everything crypto needs to grow.And when even Tim Cook considers crypto a normal part of investing, things are looking up.A young digital assets market is about to grow up.ReferencesClick to expand and view sourcesAdd Techreport to Your Google News Feed Get the latest updates, trends, and insights delivered straight to your fingertips. Subscribe now! 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