Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, announced progress in bipartisan discussions on crypto regulation during a CLARITY Act roundtable on September 17, 2025, in Washington D.C. The meeting included industry leaders from Ripple, A16Z, and other major firms, focusing on shaping U.S. digital asset regulation. While no immediate financial impacts were disclosed, the discussions highlight potential legislative progress affecting exchange-listed assets and stablecoins like USDC. The roundtable emphasizes collaboration between industry leaders and policymakers, aiming to establish clarified regulatory frameworks that could impact ADA, XRP, and USDC, potentially enhancing market confidence and innovation.