Lee A. Schneider

Ben Jones, co-founder of Optimism, dives into Ethereum layer‑2 scaling and the critical role of infrastructure in user adoption. He discusses the concept of a superchain and warns against overemphasizing tech jargon that alienates users. Lee Schneider, General Counsel at Ava Labs, shares insights on token classification and market structure legislation, advocating for clarity to differentiate protocol tokens from securities. Both guests highlight the need for regulatory alignment to foster a robust U.S. crypto market while addressing current volatility.

Lee A. Schneider hosts a discussion with top policy experts in blockchain. They cover achievable policy goals for this year, advocacy efforts with EU regulators, US regulatory responses, stable coin legislation, and the importance of educating policymakers on blockchain technology.