During the D.C. Fintech Week in October 2022, Circle Internet Financial engaged in a series of important discussions and events in Washington, D.C., highlighting the impact of digital assets on financial systems and inclusion. Circle's activities included interactions with students at Howard University to promote digital asset expertise and commitments to expanding access for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Circle also participated in key forums like the Institute of International Finance's fall conference, emphasizing the role of digital currencies such as USDC and EUROC in fostering privacy and freedom while advocating for regulatory frameworks to ensure responsible innovation. The company's efforts were aligned with promoting a more accessible, inclusive, and efficient global financial system, and it hosted networking events to connect various stakeholders in the crypto and blockchain sectors.