For folks in the PNW - September 5, in Portland, OR, there’s a big @standwithcrypto event. Join me in Portland --- we're doing a GIANT EVENT at the GIANT VENUE (WonderLove). RSVP here (lu.ma/glu4vs43?tk=vBE7Fe).

WA state is actually bluer than CA. WA state has the longest run of democrats holding the executive branch (Governor) in history - 45 years straight.

Major themes in WA state in 2025 legislative session (January 13 - April 27, 2025): - housing supply and affordability - k-12 funding - public safety - biennial budgets - revenue In 2025: - we have had 2387 bills introduced. - 431 of these bills were delivered to the governor.

Recap reel from our @wtia Legislative Lunch & Learn last week. We covered both federal and state technology policy. Cc @AdvancedTechWA

🚀 AIGNE Framework introduced at AI Camp! @ArcBlock_io's typescript-first AI agent framework for developers demo'd with real-world LLM workflows. Check out the recap: arcblock.io/blog/en/aigne-fr…

We are hosting a legislative lunch and learn on Thursday the 26th focused on federal and state session updates.  Tim Pekinpaugh with K&L Gates will provide an update on what is happening in DC and our esteemed @WTIA lobby team will be recapping the Washington State legislative session.  I would love to see you there and feel free to share with other members of your team who might be interested, everyone is welcome and it's free! The doors open at 11am and the actual program will start at 11:30am and will go until 1:00pm.  Lunch is provided. Here is the link to register: wtia.tfaforms.net/5018809

Such a fantastic experience discussing decentralized AI with the Millard Exec Council at UW. Appreciated the keen insights from @ArryinSeattle and @RobRoyHobbs . Always proud to represent @DCGco as we introduce decentralized technologies to the world!

Honored to be part of the University of Washington Tacoma’s Milgard School of Business - Milgard Executive Council (MEC) and to be able to share in all the great work at being done here. Thankful that @GoBankYourself (DCG) @RobRoyHobbs (ArcBlock) and myself got to share with the board, faculty and students last week, cc Julie Stitzel, Professor Michael Turek, Professor Luna Zhang. It’s so important for the #public good that we understand decentralized AI and carve out room for it to serve our communities - like academic institutions. The world needs more than just Claude, OpenAI and chatGPT. #accessibility #community Many thanks to the amazing Dean Altaf Merchant, Ph.D. and Professor Hui Suk So for the opportunity to share and build together. Congrats 🎉 Sound Credit Union for the new partnership! Cc @WTIA #tech #advancedtech #AI #decentralized #wa

Grateful to @uwtacoma, @ArryinSeattle, and @DCGco for the opportunity to share the stage and talk about decentralized AI and how @ArcBlock_io and DCG are shaping the future of AI — and to learn more about the cutting-edge work happening around decentralized AI at the school. 😊

Today, IonQ announced a new partnership with @einrideofficial to develop quantum solutions for fleet routing, logistics optimization, and supply chain solutions that will power the next generation of autonomous driving technologies. Learn more here: ionq.com/news/ionq-partners-…

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We had a wonderful thoughtful panel discussion last night with the OG Operators Guild "Navigating New Regulations" last night. Shoutout to our moderator, William Zee and my esteemed co-panelists, K&L Gates Parter John T. Bender and Moss Adams Tax Partner, Casey Moore, CPA. Shoutout to K&L Gates for the amazing venue, forum, and community support. Continuing with my effort to expose our kids to the work I do, I also brought my eldest son age 9 #theLentil with me to soak it in, work on his networking skills, and learn. (He also does photos and event production on the side). We are 100 14 days into the new administration both locally here in Washington state and federally. Some key points: 1. The pause in federal grant funding and the economic uncertainty has affected businesses, #startups, and investors. 2. Changes in federal tax laws related to R&D expenses have put additional pressure on startups. 3. The additional need WA state taxes significant impacts startups - creates a new B&O tax tier, expands sales tax on digital services, and increases capital gains taxes. The need taxes in WA creates new borders for startups. Higher B&O rates on gross receipts exacerbates bottom lines and cash flows for young companies that need time to grow and scale. The federal tax changes to section 174 - full expensing of R&D also disproportionately hits young startups. It's a tough environment for many entrepreneurs raising funding. It's even tougher because of the increases in compliance and filing costs, and the nexus rules are just getting broader. As citizens, we are supportive of the technology and innovation industries in WA state - representing 22% 📊 of the state's economy. Did you know, that for every 1 technology job, 3 others are created 💪🏻. In 2022 alone, the technology sector paid over $4.3 Billion 💵 in taxes to the state of Washington. We need to continue to support innovation with regulatory clarity and certainty, invest in R&D and commercialization, and create a workforce that can both create the technology and apply the technology. There's a significant opportunity for #startups to be a stronger voice with policy makers in the legislative space. Entrepreneurship is in Washington's DNA and a significant reason why our economy is so resilient. Same nationally. In WA, we have world class research institutions, iconic enterprise organizations, a diverse startup landscape and we punch well above our weight when compared to other ecosystems. Let's continue to better connect and collaborate with our startups. Let's continue to remove regulatory burdens that can stifle innovation and startup growth. Thanks 🙏🏻 and shoutout 🎉 to the continued leadership of Kelly Fukai, C.M, M.B.A, CEO of the @WTIA, the largest and most impactful technology industry association on our continent. #goPNW #Washington #goUSA

Let me explain what the Senate is voting on today – my bill, the GENIUS Act. 🧵 The GENIUS Act is about modernizing America’s payment system to reflect the realities of the 21st century. It is about affirming US dollar dominance and ensuring America remains the world’s capital of innovation. Here is where we are at: (1/5)

I'm SUPER excited about this upcoming @WTIA event on April 23rd. I'm co-moderating one of the most exciting sessions in Seattle, titled "Bits, Blocks, Big Data: The Tech Stack Behind the Space Race" with the President of Space North East, Michael Doyle. We have an INCREDIBLE line up of our PNW amazing entrepreneurs: -- Clive George Cook, CEO of Precursor SPC -- Jeff Gaus, CEO of the The Provenance Chain™ Network -- Philip Johnston, CEO of Starcloud (YC S24) I hope you'll join us - SPACE & TECH was one of the MOST popular events at our Seattle AI Week last year, so don't miss this one. April 23rd, 4-6pm, in Seattle, WA. RSVP HERE: washingtontechnology.org/eve…

Great times at the VBC, DCDAO and Stand W Crypto event in NOVA!

Our next @wtia @cascadiacounci1 TECH HAPPY HOUR in swanky and amazing Fenwick's Speakeasy is January 21st. RSVP HERE: wtia.tfaforms.net/5018782 Looking forward to celebrating the new year with you.

Truth versus Consensus. This is why we need #blockchain.

If you want to learn about how WA state stacks in terms of AI — join us tomorrow. events.zoom.us/ev/AjqqgyCBeM… cc @cascadiacounci1 @WTIA

DON'T FORGET. Today, 4-6pm at the Whiskey Bar Annex in Seattle, WA ---> Rain calls for some good drinks and cheer. BONUS - if you have something to share with the tech 100 folks attending, something to offer to help others, or something that you need help with, let me know and I'll give you a minute of the room's attention today. :) RSVP here: wtia.tfaforms.net/5018768 cc @cascadiacounci1 @WTIA

Hey - we are doing a happy hour sponsored by PSF on Wednesday, November 13, 4-6pm at the Whiskey 🥃 Bar Annex (2132 2nd Ave, Seattle). It’ll be the greater WTIA Advanced Technology folks. RSVP here so we can order enough snacks/appetizers. wtia.tfaforms.net/5018768