Australia has been a latecomer to Blockchain, Crypto and Web3, but that may be about to change... We get an exclusive interview with Steve Vallas, CEO of Blockchain Australia, right at the close of Australia Blockchain Week 2022. Steve explains why the mood has never been more positive around Blockchain; why the government is taking Crypto seriously; and why, after a talent exodus, Aussie Blockchainers are beginning to return home.

In this episode we cover:

- The highlights of the largest and most successful Australia Blockchain Week ever (250 speakers, 4 cities, all sectors)

- Australia's Blockchain and Crypto community

- Why government interest and conversations about Blockchain are '10x-ing' in Australia

- Australia's first Blockchain unicorn

- What a forward-looking regulatory regime in Australia could look like (including recognition of DAOs)

- The state of Blockchain talent and diversity in Australia

Check out more about Australia Blockchain Week here: www.blockchainweek.com.au

Check out Blockchain Australia here: https://blockchainaustralia.org

S2E16 - Blockchain in Australia: On The Up Down Under