Fireblocks Hires Ex-SEC Chief Roisman to Navigate Global Digital Asset Regulations
Event summary
- Fireblocks appointed Elad Roisman, former SEC Acting Chairman, as Chief Regulatory and Policy Officer on August 17, 2026.
- Roisman will lead Fireblocks' regulatory strategy and policy engagement, based in Washington, D.C.
- Fireblocks secures over $14 trillion in digital asset transactions for institutions like Worldpay, BNY, Galaxy, and Revolut.
- Roisman previously co-led the Digital Assets Practice at Cravath, Swaine & Moore and served as SEC Commissioner and Acting Chairman.
The big picture
Fireblocks' hire of Elad Roisman underscores the critical need for regulatory navigation as digital assets transition from pilot to production. With stablecoins becoming core settlement rails and tokenized real-world assets gaining traction, Fireblocks aims to stay ahead of evolving regulations in the U.S., Europe, and beyond. Roisman's background as an SEC Commissioner and legal advisor positions Fireblocks to influence and adapt to the dynamic regulatory environment, ensuring its infrastructure remains compliant and competitive.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Alignment
- How Fireblocks will leverage Roisman's expertise to shape digital asset regulations in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
- Stablecoin Adoption
- The pace at which stablecoins scale into everyday payments and tokenized real-world assets move onchain at institutional pace.
- Market Structure
- Whether Fireblocks can sustain its leadership position as market structure legislation evolves globally.