DePINed podcast Ronald Kogens: Legal Frameworks for Web3 and DAOs in Switzerland (#19)
In this episode of DePINed Fluence co-founder Tom Trowbridge has a discussion with Ronald Kogens, the recognized expert in technology law, particularly in the fields of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and emerging technologies. He has extensive experience advising companies on legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to digital assets, decentralized finance (DeFi), and blockchain technology.
Some of the main topics they explore include:
• The importance of governance models like foundations and DAOs in Web3 projects, with a focus on the flexibility of Swiss Association law;
• How Swiss law provides clear and crypto-friendly legal frameworks, making Switzerland an attractive jurisdiction for Web3 initiatives;
• The benefits of using legal wrappers for DAOs to reduce liability and ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements;
• Practical advice on the process, costs, and advantages of setting up Web3 projects in Switzerland, including the potential for expansion into the European Union;
• The critical role of governance in ensuring the long-term success and durability of Web3 projects;
• MME’s pioneering work in establishing governance structures that support decentralized ecosystems, with a focus on the lessons learned from previous projects.
And more!
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/why-choose-switzerland-for-dao-governance-depined-podcast/id1765217356?i=1000666831631
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