Crypto Council for Innovation CEO: Ji Hun Kim Appointed
Key Takeaways
- Ji Hun Kim officially becomes permanent CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI)
- Kim brings 3 years of experience at Gemini and nearly 1 year at Kraken before joining CCI
- The appointment comes at a critical time as cryptocurrency policy gains priority in the United States
- U.S. House has passed three major crypto bills, with one already signed by President Trump
New CEO Appointment for Crypto Council for Innovation
The Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI) has officially appointed Ji Hun Kim as its permanent Chief Executive Officer. Kim, a seasoned lawyer with prior experience at Gemini and Kraken, had served as interim CEO since January 2025 and previously led the organization’s legal and policy functions.
The CCI board of directors made the decision to appoint Kim after he held the position of chairman and interim CEO for a period. Before joining CCI as chief legal and policy officer, Kim had three years of experience at Gemini and nearly one year working at Kraken.
New CEO’s Vision
“This is a pivotal moment for the development of our industry,” Kim stated. “I look forward to building an organization that bridges technology and public policy, grounded in truth, trust, and global respect.”
CCI’s Role in the Cryptocurrency Industry
CCI has emerged as a leading voice for the crypto industry in Washington, regularly engaging with lawmakers and regulators through whitepapers, open letters, and policy recommendations. Its mission is to shape a regulatory environment that fosters innovation while ensuring consumer protection.
Under Kim’s leadership, the Council is expected to deepen its advocacy efforts during a time of accelerating legislative change in the U.S..
U.S. Cryptocurrency Policy Context
Kim’s appointment comes as cryptocurrency policy gains unprecedented attention on Capitol Hill. In July 2025, the U.S. House passed three landmark bills:
- CBDC Anti-Surveillance Act, restricting Federal Reserve issuance of retail digital currencies
- Digital Asset Market Structure Act, establishing clearer oversight for crypto commodities and securities
- GENIUS Act, now law, setting a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins
Future Outlook
The Senate is expected to take up the remaining two bills after the August recess. According to reports, the Senate Banking Committee has set a September deadline for the market structure bill. However, final passage may require another round of negotiations in the House.
With this evolving landscape, CCI’s influence could prove decisive in shaping the next phase of digital asset policy. Kim’s legal background and exchange experience position him to guide the organization through this critical period.
