The encryption industry responds intensively to U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis not seeking reelection.

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis announced that she will not seek re-election, a decision that has sparked reactions within the encryption industry. Lummis has long been viewed as a key figure in Congress supporting Bitcoin and encryption assets, and many in the industry have expressed their gratitude, believing that her policy advocacy has had a positive impact on the industry's development: Collin McCune (Head of Government Affairs at a16z): Without Lummis's efforts in Congress, the encryption industry would not have developed to the level it is today.
David Sacks (White House AI and encryption Affairs Head / Encryption Tsar): called Lummis a 'great ally in the field of encryption' and expressed that he is 'very sorry' to see her leave. Greg Xethalis (partner at Multicoin Capital): praised the issues prioritized by Cynthia Lummis for going far. Kyle Samani (partner at Multicoin Capital): 'The work is not done yet, we still have legislation to pass in 2026.' Natalie Brunell (Bitcoin evangelist, host of Coin Stories): expressed gratitude to Lummis for her 'service and efforts to advance the Bitcoin cause,' and wished her a wonderful next chapter. Previously, it was reported that U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis's term will end in January 2027, and she announced that she will not seek re-election.