Jerry Brito, the long-serving director, is set to step down after a decade at the DC-based advocacy group. Meanwhile, the SEC has secured a summary judgment against Rivetz, accusing the crypto firm of selling unregistered securities, according to CoinDesk. In other news, Robinhood’s European users can now transfer crypto in and out of the app, as reported by CNBC. Additionally, Metaplanet has purchased another 107.91 BTC, according to a post on the publicly traded firm’s X account.### The Riff**Q: Permissionless kicks off in just over a week. What are you most excited about?**While I won’t be attending in Salt Lake City, here’s what I’m looking forward to: Bitcoin DeFi, regulation and politics, and of course, the overall vibes.Honestly, the vibe is what fascinates me most. Where is the momentum in the industry right now? It often feels like crypto is searching for direction, especially in the US, with so much seemingly tied to the upcoming election season—whether that’s good or bad remains to be seen.Events like Permissionless are great for gauging the pulse of the space. Even though I won’t be there in person, I’m eager to see the insights that emerge.— *Michael McSweeney*For me? It’s all about the people. Panels come in a close second, especially with the wide range of topics on deck.One panel I’m particularly excited about—yes, I’m a little biased—is **NFTs: The Comeback**, happening on Friday, October 11. NFTs are in a fascinating position right now, with increasing regulatory attention but still facing lukewarm demand. The panel will feature Luca Netz of Pudgy Penguins, OpenSea’s Devin Finzer, and Blur’s Pacman, offering diverse perspectives on the future of NFTs.But the real highlight of any crypto event is connecting with the builders, innovators, and enthusiasts. If you’re headed to Salt Lake City next week, don’t hesitate to say hi—look out for a redhead wandering the convention center!