The Way Forward with Alec Zeck Ep 192: Blockchain/Web3 Scam? Your Questions Answered with Oto Gomes & Erai Beckman
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Sep 26, 2025 Oto Gomes, a long-time crypto educator with 12 years of experience, and Erai Beckman, a blockchain pioneer and founder of Peace Through Trade, dive into the complex world of cryptocurrency. They discuss the importance of regulation in protecting users and bridging the gap between centralized finance and blockchain technology. The duo explores quantum risks, how blockchain can foster global commerce, and the design of compliant systems. They also touch on innovative projects like gold-backed stablecoins and the utility of their token, Zakil, in promoting financial freedom.
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Regulation Can Strengthen User Protections
- Regulation can provide accountability, consumer protection, and third-party verification for blockchain projects.
- Erai and Oto argue proper regulation preserves user freedoms while preventing unaccountable losses like FTX.
Choose Jurisdiction By How You Relate To Tech
- Structure how you relate to blockchain to determine jurisdiction and legal exposure.
- Use private-sector structures when appropriate to avoid public-sector regulatory constraints.
Regulation Centers On Custody And KYC
- "Custody" and identity verification are the core elements of current crypto regulation.
- Erai says regulation mostly requires verifying identity and screening for illegal activity, not seizing everyday users' rights.