IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 13, 2026
Contact: Sarah Fulton (302) 401-1114
DOVER — Lawmakers and fintech leaders from the First State and beyond will convene virtually on Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m. for the first meeting of the Blockchain & Digital Innovation Task Force.
“Delaware is the financial center of not only the country, but the world. As we look to the next generation of technological innovation, embracing AI, blockchain, and digital assets are crucial to that work,” said Senator Darius Brown, chair of the Task Force. “Together, we will deeply analyze how Delaware can partner with national groups like The Digital Chamber, as well as our local fintech partners to develop substantial, effective policy around AI and blockchain. Our work will help ensure that Delaware can meet the moment and become a worldwide leader in these digital sectors.”
Established by Senate Concurrent Resolution 143, the Task Force is charged with examining opportunities to maintain and augment Delaware’s position as a leader in blockchain and digital innovation. Members will convene over the next 12 months to identify strategies for attracting and retaining businesses engaged in digital assets and related technologies, while developing appropriate consumer protections and regulatory clarity. Recommendations are due to the General Assembly no later than July 1, 2027.
Members of the Task Force include:
- Senator Darius Brown
- Senator Brian Pettyjohn
- Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton
- Representative Michael Smith
- State Treasurer Colleen Davis
- State Bank Commissioner Lisa Collison
- Chuck Clark, Delaware Department of Finance
- Jillian Lazar, Delaware Department of Justice
- Gregory Lane, Delaware Department of Labor
- Anastasia Dellaccio, Public Member
- Mark Purpura, Public Member
- Greg Strong, Public Member
- Andrea Tinianow, Public Member
- Nektarios Tsoutsos, Public Member
- Luke Wilson, Public Member
Friday’s Task Force meeting will be streamed online from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m.. For more information, visit legis.delaware.gov.
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