Mike Selig Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
CFTC Chairman Mike Selig is confirmed to speak at the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas.Summary
Mike Selig, the Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and a significant figure in crypto regulation, has been confirmed as a speaker for Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas. Confirmed by the Senate in December 2025, Selig has a background working for former CFTC Commissioner J. Christopher Giancarlo and as chief counsel for the SEC's Crypto Task Force before leading the CFTC.
Since taking office, Selig has initiated the "Future-Proof" initiative to review and update CFTC regulations for blockchain-native markets and, alongside SEC Chairman Paul Atkins, launched Project Crypto to harmonize oversight. His philosophy favors creating bespoke rulebooks and regulatory guidance over the previous administration's regulation-by-enforcement approach.
His presence at Bitcoin 2026 is considered highly significant as U.S. crypto policy is actively being shaped, offering attendees a direct view into the regulatory future of Bitcoin. The article also provides details about the Bitcoin 2026 conference, scheduled for April 27–29 at The Venetian, Las Vegas, including various pass types and promotional offers.
(Source：Bitcoin Magazine)