North Carolina Blockchain + AI Initiative

NC has the talent, the institutions, and the political will to lead on blockchain and AI. Today, we formalize that commitment. Introducing the NCB+AI Initiative. ncblockchainai.com #NorthCarolina #Blockchain #AI

The North Carolina Blockchain + AI Initiative (NCB+AI) is a 501(c)(6) advocacy organization dedicated to making North Carolina the leading state for blockchain and AI. Founded in 2019 by Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest the NC Blockchain Initiative task force was one of the first state government efforts to explore blockchain technology and its economic potential. This foundational work has paved the way for NCB+AI's current mission. Historically, the blockchain and AI sectors have been fragmented, with companies and stakeholders pursuing separate agendas, which has hindered industry growth and meaningful legislation. NCB+AI aims to change this by uniting the industry under a common voice, connecting companies, innovators, and policymakers to promote smart, forward-looking policies that North Carolina's tech sector deserves. With major players already in the state, the momentum is building, and NCB+AI is committed to ensuring it leads to significant advancements. Learn more at ncblockchainai.com

Thank to North Carolina Congressmen for supporting and co-sponsoring the BITCOIN Act: -@RepTimMooreNC -@RepPatHarrigan -@RepMcDowell Boosting Innovation, Technology, and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide Act of 2025

Monday night's Founding Dinner marked the beginning of something big. Thank you to our founding members and the bipartisan group of legislators who joined us. Your commitment to North Carolina's blockchain and AI future means everything. The vision starts here. #NCBAI #ncpol

Great things happening in North Carolina!

Last night I addressed the @NC_Blockchain + AI Founding Dinner, which brought together top industry leaders and legislators committed to building America’s premier destination. We commended @SenThomTillis and his staff for their leadership on the bipartisan CLARITY Act compromise, along with NC’s own @SECPaulSAtkins, @BoHines/@usat, @John_B_NC and @Surus_io. Thank you also to @ncspeakerhall, @DavidWillisNC, @gachesser, @BradOvercash, other members of @NCLeg, and the offices of @NCTreasurer @brad_briner and @NCAuditorBoliek for supporting this work. As Chair of the Board, I’m proud of the leadership emerging at both the national and state levels. Sincere thanks to @PatRileyNC and @AnnaScottMarsh for organizing a tremendous evening.

@Jeanne2999432 @FarmGirlCarrie @NCGOP

@FarmGirlCarrie @NC_Blockchain @NCGOP take note.👆 Consider yourself warned of the consequences, as NC resources CANNOT SUPPORT more DCs. We have BROWN WATER in numerous areas already, pay EXCESSIVE & equal rates for Energy, while DCs further exploit our resources! Choose 👉 HUMANITY or $$$$

This is what local accountability looks like: In Festus, Missouri, a town of about 14,000 people, the city council quietly approved a $6 billion Ai data center to be built on 360 acres just north of Highway 67. Residents say they were never properly heard. Meetings were held in private. Documents were released too late. A week after the approval, the town held a regular election. Voter turnout jumped 129 percent. Every single council member who had voted yes lost in a landslide. A 70-year-old first-time candidate beat an 8-year incumbent by 40 percentage points. Now a recall petition is circulating to remove the mayor as well. The lawsuit against the city is already filed. Has your local government ever been held accountable like this? 🔥

BRCA belongs in CLARITY. Great work by Senator Grassley to ensure revised language to ensure prosecutors retain authority to pursue bad actors, prevent weakening of existing AML statutes, Title III enhancements, while protecting innovation. realclearmarkets.com/articles/2026/…

A must read Want to know what a retired @USMarshalsHQ fugitive hunter thinks about law enforcement opposition to Section 604 of the Clarity Act? Spoiler: he thinks it is aimed at the wrong target. My friend @John_B_NC tells his tale in @rc_markets.

John Bridge served in the U.S. Marshals for over 25 years, is one of America's earliest crypto investigators, and is a Stand With Crypto advocate. His message to Congress: the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act and strong crypto enforcement aren't in conflict; they're complementary. realclearmarkets.com/articles/2026/…

🚨SCOOP: The Senate Banking Committee is preparing to notice a markup for the Clarity Act as soon as tomorrow and has circulated draft legislative text to select industry members ahead of a potential Thursday vote, according to multiple industry sources who have seen the text. The language is reportedly still being finalized, with additional edits expected to reflect priorities from Democratic offices. One source told me the overall vibes after reviewing the bill and coordinating with other industry leaders are positive so far, though some bracketed sections are raising concerns that key provisions previously thought to be settled may still be in flux.

Strong piece from my friend @John_B_NC. We go back to 2014 and the first @Cryptolina conference I organized alongside @FarukOkce and @richspuller. Real law enforcement perspective. Clear thinking on #crypto. Proud to serve with him at @nc_blockchain.

Just in from @NC_Blockchain Board Member @John_B_NC: A Cop's Case for the #Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act realclearmarkets.com/articles/2026/…

As a states-first organization, NABA brings a distinct & important perspective to the federal rule-making process. This week, we submitted a comprehensive comment letter to the OCC in response to its recently issued NPRM, outlining six key concerns raised by our stakeholders.

The White House Office of Public Liaison wants to hear from small businesses ahead of National Small Business Week! NC blockchain & AI companies — DM us if you want help getting your story in front of them! #NCPOL #Blockchain #NCBAI #AI

Senator Tillis is pushing crypto market structure to markup — and that matters for North Carolina. NC has the policy infrastructure, the legislative momentum, and the industry coalition to be the first state ready when federal clarity arrives. @SenThomTillis #NCPOL #Clarity