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Congressman Warren Davidson (R-OH-08) shares insights on token classification, self-custody, and bipartisan blockchain policy. Tune in for a candid conversation about crypto innovation and legislative reform in the United States.

Geek out on distinct legal issues with tax, anti-money laundering (AML) and litigation panel experts to review and explore key concepts affecting blockchain and crypto businesses. Take a deep dive on the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) tax framework, the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) latest for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), asset management and funds, and explore global trends in civil litigation and bankruptcy.

Without a comprehensive legal framework in the region, the complexities of Argentina's crypto regulations are nuanced. Get briefed on the current policies shaping the industry, understand implications for the crypto sector in Latin America, and discover how legal frameworks are influencing the future of fintech and crypto in the region.

Demystify the complexity of global regulation with regional legal and policy experts from the US, EU and APAC as they review recent progress, upcoming implementations, and existing challenges adding to the Web3 riddle. Take a look at Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) and other European regulations coming into full effect in 2025 and beyond, and learn more about the state of play in the US from the perspective of Congress and key regulators, and hear about major issues across key Asia jurisdictions. As the world adapts to a tokenized future, Policy9000 defines a path forward for navigating a global regulatory shift.Lilya Tessler (Sidley), Urszula McCormack (KWM), Marina Markezic (European Crypto Initiative), Caroline Malcolm (Ruby), Lee Schneider (Ava Labs)

Legal experts Lilya Tessler (Sidley Austin) and Chris Brummer (Blueprint) pull back the curtain on new token disclosure guidelines that could transform crypto markets. This episode gets real about what transparency actually means for blockchain's next chapter—without the jargon.Check out two versions of the proposed guidelines here:May 3rd: https://www.sidley.com/en/-/media/uploads/mn23267-fintech-and-blockchain-symposium--token-standardized-disclosures-document_fnl.pdf?la=enOctober 21st: https://global-dca.org/proposed-u-s-disclosure-guidelines/

Rep. Dusty Johnson sits down with us to discuss why FIT21 isn’t just another bill, but a potential game-changer for digital asset regulation. From tackling SEC overreach to exploring blockchain’s use in preventing FEMA fraud, Johnson shares an unfiltered perspective on what's really at stake in the world of crypto and U.S. policy.

Professor Andreas Park from the University of Toronto discusses how blockchain can transform the trading and management of securities. In this episode, he shares his research on overcoming the complex challenges of integrating stocks, dividends, and voting rights into decentralized systems, offering insights into the future of finance.Learn more in his paper: https://edas.info/showPaper.php?m=1571031828

Andreas Park (University of Toronto) and Katya Malinova (McMaster University) discuss their research on how automated market makers (AMMs) from DeFi could revolutionize equity trading. We explore the potential savings, challenges, and future of finance in a digital age.Check out their paper below:Learning from DeFi: Would Automated Market Makers Improve Equity Trading?

Join Veronica Kirin, founder of Asterisk Women’s Health, as she discusses her groundbreaking approach to women’s non-reproductive health using blockchain and DAO models. Discover how technology can empower women and transform the healthcare landscape.Learn more about Asterisk's mission: https://asteriskdao.xyz

Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo shares insights on navigating the complex world of digital asset regulation and bipartisan collaboration. She highlights the conversation highlights the FIT21 bill, Colorado’s leadership in tech, and the need for financial inclusion in modern legislation.