WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 31, 2025 — Alter New Media took center stage this week as a Gold Sponsor of The Future of Money, Governance & the Law (FoMGL), a premier two-day event dedicated to advancing global conversations around digital assets, blockchain governance, and emerging technologies. The summit, held on October 29–30, 2025, brought together policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders at the heart of the nation’s capital.
A Landmark Gathering of Policy, Technology, and Vision
Image by Doug Sandford Photography
Co-produced by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) and The Edge of Company, The Future of Money, Governance, and the Law (FoMGL) has become one of the most influential events bridging the worlds of decentralized innovation and traditional governance. The 2025 summit tackled timely topics, including the regulatory future of cryptocurrencies, the convergence of AI and blockchain, and the evolution of global financial systems.
High-level participants included policymakers such as Bill Foster (U.S. House of Representatives, Illinois)-Democrat, Bill Huizenga (U.S. House of Representatives, Michigan) — Republican, as well as blockchain leaders such as Brittany Kaiser of AlphaTON Capital and executives from finance, law, and emerging tech.
A Night to Remember: The 1920s “Cryptopoly Gala” October 29, 2025
The event kicked off on October 29 with the glamorous Cryptopoly Gala at The St. Gregory Hotel — a roaring 1920s- and ’30s-inspired evening blending vintage flair with futuristic finance. Guests networked, celebrated innovation, and experienced GBA’s signature gamified “Cryptopoly” experience while enjoying fine dining, wine, and live entertainment. The manager, Hong, was eager to greet guests and ensured impeccable service.
EazyBot, one of the summit’s featured sponsors, served as the official sponsor of the Gala Reception, introducing attendees to their AI-powered trading technology that’s redefining accessibility in crypto markets.
Day 2, October 30th, 2025: A Coalition of Innovators
Notable sponsors included Alphaton Capital, Domi Chain, Eazybot, Ease Protocol, Bitlayer, Black Wallet, Sleap IO, Voatz, DFG, Energent, Artificial Super Intelligence Alliance, Toto, Big Vision Pictures, CESS, Daland, Unstoppable Domains, Pai3.ai, The Atlas Network, Kerim Kfuri, Zuber Lawler, nReach, GoBlockchain, Animoca Brands, Constellation Network, energent media, Voatz, and Alter New Media, with each contributing to the event’s dynamic cross-industry discussions on infrastructure, regulation, and impact. See more about the involved sponsors and partners for FoMGL here: Sponsor – GBA Global
Alter New Media’s Strategic Partnership Facilitation for Client CineBlock, SheCrypto, and many more
Nadya Rousseau, founder of Alter New Media, Alter New Media client Julian Haffner, Chief Legal Officer and Co-founder of CineBlock; and Lauren Jones, co-founder of Alter New Media
As part of its continued commitment to elevating purpose-driven innovation, Alter New Media joined forces with its client CineBlock, a pioneering platform for tokenized film finance and SEC-approved equity crowdfunding for creatives. CineBlock’s presence underscored the event’s growing focus on real-world asset tokenization (RWA) and on integrating the creative economy.
Additionally, SheCrypto, founded by Kelly Ann Collins, was among the event’s highlighted partners. SheCrypto champions women’s leadership in Web3, finance, and technology—an alignment that reflects Alter New Media’s mission to amplify diverse voices driving innovation and equity in the digital future.
Community and Media Partners, including CineBlock Films, Maryland Blockchain Association, Defiance Media TV, PR Newswire, Shecrypto Media, Blockchain Association, Maryland Tech Council, Attn Live, Linux Foundation, iexcel CO, Binghamton University, MD Tech Council, Club Satoshi, Yitzi Wiener’s Authority Magazine, Stand with Crypto, Kerim Kfuri’s The Atlas Network, Unstoppable Domains,, MPost, Investor Brand Network, and the Blockchain Legal Institute,
Continuing the Conversation
“FoMGL represents the kind of dialogue our world needs right now,” said Nadya Rousseau, CEO of Alter New Media. “As we help brands like CineBlock and SheCrypto navigate visibility in the Web3 and AI space, we’re proud to support platforms that merge governance, ethics, and innovation at scale.”
The summit closed with a full day of keynotes, panels, and networking on October 30, leaving participants inspired to build the future of equitable, transparent, and decentralized finance.
The Future of Money, Governance & the Law assembled a remarkable lineup of global leaders and innovators spanning government, finance, law, and emerging technology. Distinguished speakers and participants included U.S. Representatives Bryan Steil, Bill Foster, and Bill Huizenga; Baroness Manzila Uddin of the U.K. House of Lords; Dr. Lisa Cameron, former U.K. House of Commons member; and Cameron Erickson, Legislative Director for the U.S. House of Representatives. The event also featured Kyle Hauptman, Chair of the U.S. National Credit Union Administration; Lt. Colonel David Beck of the U.S. Space Force; and international thought leaders, including Nicholas Zaldastani (CESS Network), Janet Adams (Artificial Superintelligence Alliance), and Ryan VanGrack (Coinbase).
As Gold Sponsors at the event, we set up a step-and-repeat booth and shared our Visibility Audit with everyone in attendance. This 5-question assessment will help us deliver an audit and three tailored Authority & Influence strategies, aligned with an individual’s press, PR, positioning, and current visibility stage. It takes less than 3 minutes to fill out. We also grant early access to our pilot Visibility GPT, part of Alter New Media’s Innovation Lab.
The breakfast and lunch served at FoMGL were delicious and memorable. From biscuits to smoothies, salads, and sandwiches, the delectable treats and refreshments surely sated the crowd’s hunger.
Additional notable voices included Ebony Thompson, Baltimore City Solicitor; Markus Veith, National Leader for Digital Assets, Web3 & Blockchain at Grant Thornton LLP; Jacob Hample, Filecoin Foundation’s Head of Global Government Affairs; Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands; Heather Flannery, CEO of AI MINDsystems Foundation; Craig Salm, Chief Legal Officer of Grayscale Investments; and Benjamin Diggles, Chief Strategy Officer of Constellation.
Also joining the roster were Douglas Horn, CEO,(EASE Protocol), Natalia Karayaneva, CEO(Propy), Josh Lawler, Partner, (Zuber Lawler), Vincent Kadar, CEO,(Polymath), Martin H. Thomas EazyBot Global Sales Directors (EazyBot), Sandy Carter, Chief Business Officer And Head of Go To Market (Sales, Marketing, Communications, Community), (Unstoppable Domains), Karla Ballard Blockchain – Cultural Architect(Future of Work), Mariana de la Roche Wills, Founder (BlackVogel), Paul Dowding,Co-Founder & Head of Design at L4S Corp (L4S Corp), Nadya Rousseau, Founder and CEO,(Alter New Media), Charlie Hu, Co-founder (Bitlayer), Annelise Osborne, Chief Business Office (Kadena), Brittany Kaiser, Chief Executive Officer, (AlphaTON Capital), Andrew Durgee, Co-CEO,(Republic), Joanna Rindell, Blockchain Lawyer, Head of Legal (Trilitech), Sebastien Borget, Co-Founder and Global Ambassador of The Sandbox(Blockchain Game Alliance), Terry Culver, President, (Digital Finance Group), Chris Rodriguez, Digital Marketer (iExcel), Jack Ding, CEO, (Domichain), Kevin Jackson, Executive Director,(National DigiFoundry), Jonathan Baha’i (Toto), Dr. Chris Smithmyer, Founder and CEO, (Black Wallet). And last but not least, our hosts Josh Krieger (The Edge of Company), Gerard Dache, and Kathy D (Government Blockchain Association).
About Alter New Media
Alter New Media is a purpose-driven digital marketing and public relations agency helping visionary companies and leaders amplify their impact across industries. From tech and finance to social innovation, Alter New Media bridges storytelling with strategic growth.
A special thank you to all the sponsors, partners, the Edge of Co team, and the Government Blockchain Association team. A special thank you to Josh Kriger, Josh Sorbel, Gerard Dache, Kathy D, Audrey Pichy, John Cologne, and Megan Wentz
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