Avery Ching, co-founder of Aptos Labs, testified before the U.S. Congress to highlight the real-world utility of cryptocurrencies. Ching emphasized the potential of decentralized networks to transform the digital economy, akin to the internet's impact on daily life. He also announced a partnership with Jellybean to enhance consumer trust by linking physical goods to verifiable on-chain records, utilizing traceable and auditable supply-chain data. Ching described these initiatives as foundational steps towards a transparent and innovation-driven future.