According to TechFlow, on June 5, 2025, Avery Ching, co-founder and CEO of Aptos, delivered a speech at a hearing held by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, emphasizing that blockchain technology goes beyond mere speculation and is building a new kind of infrastructure that is transparent, programmable, and universally accessible. He called for clear guidelines and responsible regulation to ensure that the United States maintains its leadership in blockchain innovation. Ching also mentioned that blockchain technology will have a significant impact on the technological and economic development of rural areas.