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Published on November 17, 2023
Fort Worth Shines at North American Blockchain Summit, Texas Leads the Charge in Crypto Mining and InnovationSource: Mirko Tobias Schäfer, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The digital realm grows in influence, with Texas appearing as a key participant in blockchain technology. Particularly in Fort Worth, an innovation-focused mentality and investment opportunities have driven a flourishing blockchain community. The recent North American Blockchain Summit, facilitated by the Texas Blockchain Council, attracted prominent political personalities, signifying the industry's potential impact on the nation's political and economic landscapes, per NBC DFW.

Being the forefront state in cryptocurrency mining, Texas actively adopts and supports blockchain technology. This growth is largely attributable to Texas' treatment of digital currency like traditional heavy industries. Lee Bratcher, President of the Texas Blockchain Council, notes that the blockchain industry has rejuvenated often ignored rural counties through job creation and investments. The city of Fort Worth has been especially supportive of this approach, commencing its own mining operation.

From November 15th to 17th, the North American Blockchain Summit was conducted at the Fort Worth Convention Center. The event provided an open forum to discuss these challenges and encouraged cooperation between professionals, regulators, and innovators. Involving a range of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, the summit delved into blockchain policy implications across various sectors and offered attendees the chance to engage with industry leaders and regulators as reported by the Fort Worth Chamber.