The digital asset revolution is no longer a distant possibility. It’s here, reshaping the way companies manage money and transact globally, interacting with customers and vendors. Until now, legal departments could afford to wait and see as the regulatory environment for crypto assets evolved. That era is over.
In 2026, with increasing regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and technological maturity at hand, the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and General Counsel (GC) quickly pivot into the center of the company’s digital asset strategy. Legal leaders are being asked: “How do we safely and strategically buy, hold and use stablecoins, bitcoin, and other digital assets?” Also, and beyond the scope of this essay, “Should we ‘tokenize’ our own stock?” The answers are nuanced, but the imperative is clear: “Legal” must lead, not follow.
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