The US is lagging behind more progressive regions in Asia in the blockchain industry. 🏦

- Ripple Asia Pacific's Fiona Murray said the US's "lack of openness" is driving businesses overseas.

- Pastel's Anthony Georgiades noted that the US lacks talent and infrastructure.

- Propy's Eric LaPaglia stressed the importance of improving user experience for mass adoption of blockchain.

The US needs to act now to avoid being left behind.