Danny Ryan, co-founder of Etherealize and former Ethereum developer, has warned that while the Trump administration’spro-crypto legislative advances have opened doors for digital assets, the industry now faces political tension and possible backlash once a new administration takes office. Ryan called on the crypto sector to use the current policy window to deeply embed itself into financial infrastructure so future debates focus on how crypto should be regulated and used responsibly, rather than whether it should exist.
Current Crypto Landscape Under Trump.
The Trump administration’s actions have positioned the U.S. as unusually supportive of the cryptocurrency industry, leading to landmark legislation and regulatory clarity that many in the sector have long sought. However, Ryan and other analysts believe that this pro-crypto stance carries political baggage tied to the Trump family’s extensive involvement in crypto ventures — including public projects perceived by critics to benefit from favorable policy environments.
Ryan highlighted that some Democrats at recent industry hearings have focused more on conflicts of interest and political implications than on substantive policy discussions, a dynamic he says has slowed meaningful legislative progress.
To avoid such a scenario, Ryan urged the industry to use the remaining time under current conditions to:
Integrate crypto deeply into traditional financial systems
Onboard major financial institutions and global capital markets
Showcase real-world utility and technological value beyond speculation
By doing so, Ryan believes the narrative around cryptocurrencies could shift from questions of existence to serious discussions about responsible usage and regulation — much like debates that surround long-standing technologies such as the internet.
