First Digital Future Award recognizes Congressional leadership and vision on digital assets
The Crypto Council for Innovation, the industry’s premier global alliance, will celebrate forward-looking leaders with the presentation of its Digital Future Award at a reception in Washington, D.C. today.
Award winners include three California U.S. Representatives who have contributed to and supported the Web3 conversation in Congress. The award is the first of its kind in the space and recognizes government leaders across the political spectrum for their initiative, engagement, and commitment to a vibrant digital future.

CCI’s California Digital Future Award Recipients:
- Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17)
- Representative Doris Matsui (CA-06)
- Representative Maxine Waters (CA-43)
“The Crypto Council is recognizing members of Congress who are first movers, leading the way on a complex and nuanced set of issues,” said Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation. “It is going to take a broad effort to build and secure the foundation for our digital future. A growth-oriented approach to regulation and public policy will help us realize the promise of digital assets for all, and we commend these leaders for their support and engagement.”
The Crypto Council’s leadership worked in tandem with its member companies and industry experts to highlight these leaders in Congress and acknowledge the work being done to support growth and innovation in digital assets.
About the Digital Future Award
The Crypto Council for Innovation’s Digital Future Award recognizes policymakers who have shown a willingness to learn from and interact with the digital assets industry, are consistently engaged in key issues, and have demonstrated a collaborative approach to an issue that has a broad, bipartisan base of support across the country.
About the Crypto Council for Innovation
The Crypto Council is the premier global alliance for advancing innovation. It believes in leading with a global view, advocating for inclusive regulation, and developing evidence-based insights to support government and business leaders. It is headquartered in San Francisco and Washington, DC, with teams in New York, Denver, London and Hong Kong.
For more information about the Crypto Council, visit their website www.cryptoforinnovation.org.