31st Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum – Blockchain / Digital Assets

Mr. Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at Circle, explains that regulated digital money like USDC demonstrates the real-world potential of blockchain by expanding financial access beyond traditional banks and enabling fast, global payments through internet-connected devices. He emphasizes that this technology helps address global inequality by giving more people access to financial services while also supporting law enforcement through transparent digital records. He argues that strong regulation is essential, highlighting the new Genius Act in the United States, which creates clear legal protections, promotes fair competition, and ensures financial integrity. He also notes growing international cooperation, including partnerships with the United Kingdom supported by leaders such as Scott Bessent and Rachel Reeves. Disparte concludes that blockchain and digital currencies strengthen economic competitiveness, modernize financial infrastructure, and help countries connect more effectively to the global economy.