New York City moved on October 14, 2025, to form an official office focused on crypto and blockchain. According to the city’s announcement, Mayor Eric Adams signed Executive Order 57 to set up the Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology.

The office will be the first-ever municipal body in the United States dedicated solely to these technologies. Moises Rendon was named Executive Director. Reports say the office will report to the city’s Chief Technology Officer.

New Crypto Office: 5 Main Functions

According to the executive order , the new office has five main duties. It will guide city policy on digital assets, coordinate across agencies, run public education programs, explore how blockchain could help city services, and work with the NYC Economic Development Corporati

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