Regulation
Digital Sovereignty Alliance Engages in Nacha Payments Innovation Alliance Meeting
On October 18, 2026, the Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA) took part in the Nacha Payments Innovation Alliance Fall Meeting held from October 14-16 at the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile. DSA Senior Policy Advisor Molly Woodman joined industry leaders to discuss the future of domestic and global payments, alongside emerging technologies and regulatory developments.
The three-day event gathered stakeholders from the financial services and payments sectors to share insights and tackle operational challenges. Key discussions revolved around evolving payment technologies and regulatory considerations, aiming to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape.
Woodman facilitated discussions on the newly launched Next-Gen Currency Project Team, co-led by Nacha and DSA, which focuses on the global use of digital assets such as stablecoins and tokenized deposits. The initiative aims to develop tools that bridge digital assets with traditional payment systems while tracking regulatory developments and identifying operational implications.
Participants also addressed practical challenges facing financial institutions as emerging technologies reshape payment systems. Topics included expectations for agentic payments, the reliability of multifactor authentication methods, and new approaches to Know Your Agent (KYA) frameworks.
Woodman remarked on the collaborative spirit of the meeting, stating, “It’s been encouraging to watch financial institutions brainstorm together on how to build some continuity in areas where regulation hasn’t caught up yet.” DSA’s involvement underscores its commitment to fostering informed policy discussions and collaboration across the financial services and emerging technology sectors.
Through its participation in the Next-Gen Currency Project Team and broader industry engagement, DSA aims to promote responsible innovation, regulatory clarity, and the integration of emerging technologies into the evolving payments landscape.
FAQ
What is the Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA)?
The Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA) is an organization focused on promoting informed policy discussions and collaboration across the financial services and emerging technology sectors.
What was the purpose of the Nacha Payments Innovation Alliance Fall Meeting?
The purpose of the meeting was to gather stakeholders from the financial services and payments sectors to discuss the future of domestic and global payments, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments.
What is the Next-Gen Currency Project Team?
The Next-Gen Currency Project Team, co-led by Nacha and DSA, focuses on the global use of digital assets such as stablecoins and tokenized deposits, aiming to develop tools that bridge these digital assets with traditional payment systems.
What were some key topics discussed during the meeting?
Key topics included evolving payment technologies, regulatory considerations, agentic payments, multifactor authentication reliability, and new approaches to Know Your Agent (KYA) frameworks.
How does DSA aim to contribute to the payments landscape?
DSA aims to promote responsible innovation, regulatory clarity, and the integration of emerging technologies into the evolving payments landscape through its participation in initiatives like the Next-Gen Currency Project Team.