Digital assets go institutional: Tackling custody, crypto crime, and compliance with Ari Redbord

To kick things off at Money2020 USA we spoke with Ari Redbord from TRM Labs. With 11 years under his belt at the US Dept. of Justice, Ari shared his views about the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, the challenges of crypto crime, and the importance of compliance in the financial sector.

We touch on the role of TRM Labs in combating illicit activities in the crypto space, the future of stablecoins, the implications of Stripe's Bridge acquisition, and the regulatory framework surrounding digital assets, particularly the MiCA regulation in Europe and its influence on other regions.

Lastly, we touched on the need for businesses to prioritize compliance as they enter the blockchain space, and how to do it right. If you're a business looking to get into blockchain and crypto-enabled solutions, you won't want to miss this discussion.

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