Alex Allaire

Public Policy Analyst @GeneralCatalyst Institute. Prev. CEO @ABI_DC_Updates, FinTech Fellow @GOPMajorityWhip, & Associate @BlockchainAssn.

[General Catalyst @generalcatalyst]

.@htaneja and @jcfurstenberg have been named to the @Forbes Midas List this year, Hemant for the 10th consecutive year. We exist to back founders working on the big, right problems and to build a company worthy of their ambition. From @AnthropicAI, @AppliedInt, and @deel to @HelsingAI, @WeAreLegora, @stripe, and @ZeptoNow, they have shown up, from seed to scale.

Congratulations to both.

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

“You can think about readiness as being binary, being zero or one. But in reality it is gray, just like the battlespace."

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“Today's metrics don't give the U.S. military an accurate sense of its own readiness, as the Pentagon battles outdated procurement procedures and other countries quickly up-gun their troops, according to a @GeneralCatalyst Institute report first shared with Axios.”
https://t.co/0Wxz3ncct8

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“We need, in order to be survivable and lethal in that space, true, honest feedback of how our units are going to amass capability and execute the orders" of the president and defense secretary, GCI's Jonathan Clifford told Axios.”

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The @GeneralCatalyst Institute looks forward to working with founders and UK policymakers to ensure Britain remains a top global destination for startups and capital.

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

London is now the world's 4th largest venture hub, raising $17.7B in 2025—behind only the Bay Area, New York, and LA. It's produced more unicorns than Berlin, Paris, and Tokyo combined. @TheEconomist explains what's driving it:
https://t.co/IzzNTvDcGK

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

@GeneralCatalyst has incredible founders building across healthcare, financial innovation, cybersecurity, and AI in the UK. As government seeks to boost private investment, policy will be a key factor in whether London continues its rise-or loses ground to rivals.

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Honored to have attended last Wednesday’s release of President Trump’s Executive Council on Digital Assets report on behalf of @generalcatalyst Institute! This report shows deep thought and effort had been put in by the Trump Administration to ensure America remains the undisputed Crypto Capital of the World. This will shape the future of digital finance in the US, and cement our leadership globally. Congratulations to President Trump, @davidsacks47, @BoHines47, @SecScottBessent, and @AGPamBondi for their leadership in making financial innovation a top national priority! Check out https://t.co/Z2K811yRyf to read the full report.  #DigitalAssets #Crypto #Blockchain

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

Exciting developments in the world of AI yesterday with the release of the National AI Action Plan, a bold initiative led by President Trump, @Davidsacks47, @mkratsios47, and the @WhiteHouse team under Executive Order 14179, signed on January 23, 2025. This plan underscores the U.S.’s commitment to maintaining global leadership in artificial intelligence by fostering innovation and competition, with a particular focus on transformative applications in financial services.

What stands out to me is the emphasis on creating a pro-innovation environment, particularly for startups harnessing AI to revolutionize finance. By streamlining federal oversight and reducing the risk of a patchwork of state-level AI regulations, this plan levels the playing field for emerging fintech companies to thrive alongside established players. It’s a strategic move to ensure America remains at the forefront of this transformative technology, enabling breakthroughs in areas like fraud detection, personalized banking, algorithmic trading, and risk management.

I’m optimistic about the plan’s potential to drive economic growth and national security, especially as we face increasing global competition in AI-powered financial services.

https://t.co/yugJB3O0nu

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

The @generalcatalyst Institute was honored to be present at the @WhiteHouse this afternoon for the historic signing of the bipartisan GENIUS Act, a bill that codifies rules for companies that issue or utilize U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins. As President Trump so eloquently stated, the United States must lead in establishing clear, comprehensive, and competitive frameworks for digital assets to ensure we continue to be the leader of the global financial system.

Legal clarity for U.S.-dollar backed stablecoins is a tremendous step in promoting the use of the U.S. dollar globally while also supercharging the digital economy domestically. As this White House has so clearly stated, economic security IS national security. Thanks to the hard work of @davidsacks47, @BoHines47 and Congress; the U.S. is now even stronger and more competitive in financial innovation than ever before!

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@MissionArtist But…but I thought Putin wanted peace?

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@NeoReaganism Also here’s another good book on it by @DouglasKMurray https://t.co/kZHJRUBl46

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

@NeoReaganism Here’s a good book for those interested in learning about the history of the movement, many here may be surprised to know it was started by intellectuals on the ideological left, and isn’t really Right-Wing in the traditional sense: https://t.co/oNdi96zgFp

[Select Committee on China @ChinaSelect]

🚨BREAKING: Ukraine has captured Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian forces.

This is a major development—following repeated reports that the CCP has been bankrolling and supplying Russia with ammunition, body armor, and assault rifles.

Beijing is no longer sitting on the sidelines; it’s actively backing and joining Putin’s war effort, aiming to weaken the West and expand its grip on global power.

[Chainalysis @chainalysis]

🚨Today, OFAC sanctioned the Houthi network for facilitating commodity trades from Russia—including weapons and stolen Ukrainian grain—via cryptocurrency. 8 crypto wallets tied to these illicit activities were identified. Read our blog to learn more: https://t.co/nuwZu1c4OL

[Alex Allaire @AlexAllaire2]

@alt_ccc @razomforukraine is a good comparison. They do great work.

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Really interesting piece from @amsecproject https://t.co/YIE6Imrxz2

[Select Committee on China @ChinaSelect]

🚨On the same day that Chinese controlled AI @deepseek_ai shocked the stock market - openly erasing the CCP's atrocities and oppression - @CGChenLiNY, Consul General of China in NY, rang the bell at @NYSE.

The U.S. must not capitulate to CCP manipulation of our free market.