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We’re excited to welcome Sandy Kaul of @FTI_US, Blue Macellari of @TRowePrice, and @johannkerbrat of @robinhoodapp, as speakers at Out East Summit. From asset management and institutional strategy to market structure and digital asset research, these leaders are helping shape the next era of institutional crypto adoption. See the latest speaker announcements and request an invitation to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

If Users Can Leave Overnight, How Do Protocols Build Durable Value? Insights from: @keoneHD (@monad) Brian Truzo (@SuccinctLabs) @HoolieG (@cbventures) @dotCuriousCat (@PortalVentures) Moderated by @sylviatoeth (@Bullish) The panel explored what it really takes to build lasting value when switching costs are near zero and users can move across protocols instantly. Watch the full panel now: youtu.be/TFAE2pMATkM

30 minutes before the official announcement. This is why people use The Tie Terminal.

We’re excited to announce that @b_potts23, Partner of @hiframework, Ryan Rugg, Global Head of Digital Assets, Treasury and Trade Solutions at @Citi, and Kathleen Wrynn, Global Head of Digital Assets at @InvescoUS, will be speaking at Out East Summit. This July, Out East Summit will bring together leading investors, institutions, banks, and crypto-native firms for three days of strategic conversations and relationship-building on the North Fork of Long Island. Explore the speaker lineup and request an invitation to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

Does the Right Privacy Architecture for Institutions Actually Exist? At InnovateMiami: @NiamaMustafa (@Mysten_Labs) @alexauroradev (@NEARProtocol) @mlvsbznz (@CantonFdn) Moderated by Mario Mena (@DCGco) The discussion explored whether ZK proofs, confidential computing, and permissioned infrastructure are finally ready for institutional-scale digital asset adoption. Watch the full panel now: youtu.be/iFAds1jnho4

It's been about seven months since 10/10. The stablecoin data shows exactly how capital moved in the aftermath.

1,450 @ethereum developers moved to other chains in the last 6 months. Where did they go? @solana pulled the most (392). @arbitrum second (351). @StellarOrg quietly absorbed 253.

Crypto markets have matured, but inefficiencies still exist if you know where to look. At InnovateMiami, Sam Gaer (@monarq_mgmt), @JaimeLeverton (@ReserveOne_), @jedbreed (@breed_vc), and Mike De Melo (@Raacfi) discussed where alpha still exists in digital assets, how quickly opportunities are arbitraged away, and which strategies are best positioned to capture value as institutional participation grows. Moderated by @AmirOnchain (@puffer_finance). Watch the full InnovateMiami panel now: youtu.be/3nSIsISG_ak?si…

We’re excited to welcome @cc_crowley, Partner, GTM at @a16zcrypto, as a speaker at Out East Summit. Christian joins a distinguished group of leaders from across institutional digital assets, venture capital, and crypto infrastructure convening this July on the North Fork of Long Island. Explore the growing speaker lineup and apply to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

We’re thrilled to welcome @drwconvexity, CEO & Founder of @DRWTrading, as a speaker at Out East Summit. As the founder of one of the world’s leading trading firms, Don has been at the forefront of innovation across global markets and digital assets. Explore the speaker lineup and request an invitation to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

Practical Applications of Crypto: What Will See Long-Term Traction? x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Which crypto use cases are actually built to last? @renapshah is live on @TheTieIO today at 10am ET breaking down the narratives that will fade vs. the ones that will stay. Tune in 👇

As regulatory clarity improves and institutional adoption accelerates, tokens are increasingly being evaluated alongside traditional equity structures. But do they still offer a meaningful edge? At InnovateMiami, James Newman, CFA (@joinrepublic), @schmults (Blockchange Ventures), Johnny Garcia (@vechainofficial), and @jmmognetti (@CoinSharesCo) explored how the role of tokens is evolving as digital asset markets mature, and what that means for investors, issuers, and market structure going forward. Moderated by @joe_bruzzesi (@raptordigitalhq). Watch the full panel now.

Tomorrow we're hosting a live panel on what's actually working in crypto beyond the hype cycles. Three builders, three distinct bets on productive crypto: ETH yield as a consumer product, Bitcoin's application layer, and yield-bearing stablecoins. Joining us: - @KoppKnows from @ether_fi - @renapshah from @stacksendowment - @ag_noon from @noon_capital Moderated by Boomer Saraga from @TheTieIO. May 20 | 10-11am ET.

We’re thrilled to welcome back @Scaramucci, Founder & Managing Partner of @SkyBridge, as a speaker at Out East Summit. A returning Out East Summit speaker and longtime participant in our events, Anthony joins an exceptional group of investors, founders, and executives shaping the future of institutional digital assets and regulation. Learn more about the agenda and request an invitation to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

As institutional adoption of digital assets continues to accelerate, Cynthia brings deep expertise at the intersection of traditional finance and crypto markets. She joins a distinguished roster of executives, investors, and innovators convening at Out East Summit this July. Learn more and request an invitation to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets

We’re excited to announce Cynthia Lo Bessette, Head of Digital Asset Management at Fidelity Investments, as a speaker at Out East Summit.

Thank you to the investors, founders, operators, sponsors, and blockchain partners who made InnovateMiami a day of thoughtful, high-signal discussion. Huge credit to the team behind the scenes who executed every detail flawlessly. Next stop: Out East Summit this July on the North Fork of Long Island.

Big unlocks on the calendar this month.

Out East Summit returns to Long Island’s North Fork, July 20–22, 2026. An invitation-only gathering of 300+ institutional leaders shaping the future of digital assets, from allocators and fund managers to banks, regulators, and founders. Carefully curated. Relationship-driven. Designed for meaningful conversations. Apply to attend: outeastsummit.com/tickets