How Congressman Wiley Nickel is promoting openness and accessibility for emerging tech

Congressman Wiley Nickel (@RepWileyNickel) is currently serving his first term in Congress as the U.S. Representative of the 13th District of North Carolina which includes Wake, Wayne, Johnston and Harnett Counties.

Prior to being elected to Congress, Wiley served as a North Carolina State Senator, attorney, small business owner and worked for two White House administrations.

This conversation occurred at the 2024 Equitable Tech Summit, which the DRC co-hosted in Washington, D.C.

0:55 - Why does the Congressman engage in tech policy?

4:10 - How can policy balance innovation and consumer protection?

7:00 - Will President Joe Biden soften his stance on digital assets?

10:40 - The importance of decentralization

16:20 - How academics can best influence policy

23:35 - What does equitable ownership and governance mean to Congressman Wiley?