University of Chicago: Digital Assets Symposium

The Digital Assets Symposium brought together over 80 influential guests, including top legal counsel, regulators, and executives, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of digital assets. A standout moment was the fireside chat featuring SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce and Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal, who offered insider perspectives on regulatory developments and innovation. Their conversation set the tone for a day of forward-thinking dialogue and strategic insight.

The event showcased a stellar lineup of speakers, including top legal counsel, regulators, and executives from leading organizations such as Anchorage Digital, BitGo, Bitso, Bridge, Coin Center, Coinbase, Consensys, Crypto.com, Ethena Labs, FalconX, Jito Labs, Kiln, Lightspark, Morpho Labs, Ripple, Robinhood, Tether, and more.

Co-sponsored by Foley & Lardner LLP and other prominent law firms, the event featured thoughtfully curated panels and networking opportunities aimed at fostering collaboration and driving industry growth. Partners Patrick Daugherty and Katie Trkla led the Market Structure panel, facilitating a dynamic conversation around the evolving frameworks shaping digital asset markets. Attendees left with actionable insights and strategies to navigate legal complexities and fuel innovation in this rapidly transforming sector.

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Four panelists sit on stage discussing "Market Structure" at the 2025 Digital Assets Symposium, with presentations displayed on large screens behind them.

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