Crypto Council adds energy group

The Crypto Council for Innovation has welcomed the Digital Energy Council as its newest member, marking the first organization focused specifically on energy policy. This strategic addition aims to advocate for policies that bolster energy development, enhance grid resilience, and improve U.S. competitiveness and national security. The move comes as demand for energy surges due to digital asset mining, AI data centers, and other compute-intensive industries. The Crypto Council for Innovation highlighted the critical need for a unified voice in shaping smart energy policies during this period of increasing energy consumption.