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The Death of Crypto Privacy? with Jake Chervinsky

Aug 24, 2022

Jake Chervinsky, head of policy at the Blockchain Association, dives into the chilling impact of OFAC sanctions on Tornado Cash and what it means for crypto privacy. He discusses the controversial arrest of a developer and its implications for civil rights and freedom of speech. The conversation highlights the delicate balance between national security and individual privacy rights in the evolving landscape of decentralized finance. With insightful strategies, Chervinsky emphasizes the importance of advocacy and community support to safeguard digital rights in an increasingly regulated world.

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Intro

2min

Navigating Crypto's Future

5min

Exploring the Viability of Crypto Privacy in Today's Landscape

2min

Sanctions, Privacy, and the Future of DeFi

29min

The Controversial Arrest of a Developer and Its Implications

6min

The Privacy Developer Dilemma

9min

Navigating Speech and Code in Cryptocurrency

11min

The Crypto Privacy Battle

22min

On today's State of the Nation, it's time to bring back the crypto legal mind of Jake Chervinsky. With the recent OFAC sanctions against Tornado Cash and the cascading chilling effect, our digital rights are under attack.

Have we seen the death of crypto privacy? What can we do to help advocate for digital justice? As always, Jake brings a thoughtful and measured approach to these crucial topics.

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