CoinDesk Podcast Network Why a Leading Solana Player Is Onshoring to the U.S.
Jan 8, 2026
Rebecca Rettig, the Chief Operating and Legal Officer at Jito Labs, dives into why the Jito Foundation is moving back to the U.S., shedding light on significant Senate negotiations surrounding the 2026 Market Structure bill. She discusses the need for regulatory clarity to foster innovation in crypto, the challenges of offshore operations, and the pressing issues in DeFi regulation. Rettig also touches on the importance of tax clarity for staking and airdrops and shares insights on stablecoin yield discussions, revealing why now is a pivotal moment for crypto in America.
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Market Structure Is Make-Or-Break
- Market structure talks are urgent and focus on DeFi, self-custody, and token classification.
- Regulatory certainty is essential for builders to return and scale in the U.S.
Jito Foundation Decides To Return Home
- The Jito Foundation is onshoring to the U.S. because current policy steps make it feasible to build here.
- Rebecca says foundations can operate in the U.S. and the team is optimistic about returning home.
Bring Foundations Onshore Methodically
- Foundations should onshore when legal and tax clarity make operations efficient and compliant.
- Rebecca recommends being methodical and using U.S. nonprofit structures that support open-source projects.