The expansion arrives as legislative bodies across the U.S., UK, and EU shift from initial oversight to active implementation. With Congress weighing market structure and tax legislation, and regulators like the SEC and CFTC refining their approach to digital assets, the council is positioning itself to bridge the gap between complex software architecture and policy. CCI Chief Executive Officer Ji Hun Kim noted that effective regulation requires direct input from firms operating at the intersection of tokenization and digital identity.

The new members bring distinct specializations to the table. Etherealize is focused on the institutional integration of Ethereum, while the Hyperliquid Policy Center is pushing for a U.S. regulatory pathway for onchain perpetual futures. These additions complement CCI's broader initiatives, including the Vault Coalition’s work on onchain structures and the Digital Energy Council’s focus on grid resilience. By integrating these technical perspectives, the council intends to sharpen its advocacy efforts across Washington, Brussels, London, and Asian markets.