Richard Johnson on Transforming Capital Markets with Blockchain (E5)

Exploring Digital Securities and Blockchain Innovations with Richard Johnson of Texture Capital

In this episode of 'Old Men, New Money', hosts Phil Larmon and Douglas Borthwick interview Richard Johnson, CEO of Texture Capital. Richard delves into his journey from traditional Wall Street trading to founding Texture Capital in 2019, exploring the potential of digital securities and blockchain technology in capital markets. He discusses the regulatory challenges, advantages of blockchain in security markets, and the importance of secondary trading. The conversation covers various use cases such as real estate, home equity investments, and innovative models like tokenizing racehorses and NFL player earnings. The discussion highlights the intersection of finance, technology, and regulation, providing insights into the future of digital securities.

00:00 Introduction to Old Men, New Money

00:25 Richard Johnson's Journey to Texture Capital

03:00 The Rise of Digital Securities

04:45 Challenges and Opportunities in Tokenization

05:46 Texture Capital's Market Position and Strategy

12:10 Real Estate and Digital Securities

19:21 Investor Trends and Capital Raising

20:17 Marketing Responsibilities and Compliance

22:11 Digital Securities and Web 3.0

25:17 Security Tokens and Utility

28:58 International Investments and Regulations

31:10 Innovative Investment Opportunities

35:41 Celebrity Tokenization and Future Prospects

37:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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