TechFlow reports, on July 8, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan stated in a post that he recently read a speech by U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent, which could be considered "an important document defining the economic role of the United States for the next century." In the speech, Bessent outlined the future economic strategy of the United States around five principles, the third of which was: "The United States will set the rules for the next-generation economy."
When discussing the digital economy, Bessent stated, "Digital assets, stablecoins, tokenization, and new payment systems will help shape the future of money. The United States should not place itself on the sidelines of building this future." Matt Hougan believes that this statement demonstrates the U.S. government's emphasis on promoting the development of the crypto industry, and also reflects that the crypto industry is being incorporated as an important component of the future financial system and economic competitive landscape, potentially becoming part of the rules for the next-generation economy.
