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Sep 29, 2023 • 21min

Ep 17: Congressman Flood and the Regulatory Crawl

Congressman Mike Flood delves into the latest crypto policy developments in Washington, sharing his perspective on the Fintech Flyover event and the evolving crypto regulatory landscape. He contrasts the House’s innovation-friendly stance with the Senate’s more cautious approach and offers his predictions for the future of U.S. crypto regulation. Key highlights include the importance of industry engagement with policymakers and the growing consensus on the need for regulatory frameworks. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the direction of crypto policy in the United States.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com 
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Sep 21, 2023 • 54min

Ep 16: Why Do We Need a Digital Pound?

Dive into the world of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) Jannah Patchay (Digital Pound Foundation and Markets Evolution), Varun Paul (Fireblocks), and moderator Emma Pike (H+K Strategies). This episode focuses on the UK's Digital Pound, exploring its potential to transform financial transactions, savings, and investments. We'll examine what sets the Digital Pound apart from traditional money and other digital currencies, its requirements for success, and lessons from other CBDCs. Join us for an enlightening discussion, whether you're a crypto expert or just curious about the evolving landscape of money.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 5, 2023 • 32min

Ep 15: What do policymakers think about when they think about blockchain?

As blockchain reshapes finance and data interaction, understanding its regulatory landscape is crucial. Join us on the Owl Explains podcast for an in-depth discussion on blockchain policy with experts Thomas Tindermans (Hill+Knowlton Strategies), Norma Krayem (Van Scoyoc Associates), and Scott Mason (Holland & Knight LLP), moderated by Emma Pike (Hill+Knowlton Strategies). This episode delves into current policy trends and their impact on the blockchain ecosystem. Ideal for enthusiasts, policymakers, or anyone interested in the future of blockchain, don't miss this insightful exploration of the policy dimensions driving this digital revolution. Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 31min

Ep: 14 The Ticking Timebomb of AML Compliance

Explore the intersection of anti-money laundering (AML) policy and digital assets with Caroline Malcolm (Chainalysis), Monica Sah (Clifford Chance), Seema Khinda Johnson (Nuggets), and Isabella Chase (TRM Labs) as they discuss the evolving landscape of AML compliance in DeFi. Learn about the challenges of establishing a global framework, the risks of non-compliance, and insights into future regulatory directions and industry contributions to sensible rule-making.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 27min

Ep 13: Mirror on the wall, what does the CBDC future hold?

Join Russell Klein and a panel of experts in a captivating discussion on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in our latest Owl Explains podcast episode. Mai Santamaria (Department of Finance, Ireland), Jannah Patchay (Digital Pound Foundation), and Varun Paul (Fireblocks) dissect the potential impact of CBDCs on modern finance. Discover the implications, risks, and revolutionary prospects of digital currencies as we delve into whether they're a necessity in our increasingly digital world. Tune in for an insightful journey into the evolving realm of digital finance and CBDCs. Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 27min

Ep 12: DAO If You Do; DAO If You Don't

Dive into the world of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) with Eugenio Reggianini (European Commission), Joni Pirovich (Blockchain and Digital Asset Lawyer), John Yarwood (Blockchain Strategy Consultant), and Steve Wink (Partner at Latham & Watkins LLP) unravel the complexities of DAOs. They compare these innovative entities to traditional organizations and delve into their unique regulatory landscapes. Joni discusses the current regulatory sentiment around DAOs, Eugenio focuses on community identity and governance, Steve navigates the legal challenges and liability issues, while John sheds light on the 'killswitch' concept in DAO crises. Join us for an insightful exploration into the evolving world of DAOs and their future regulation.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 30min

Ep 11: Regulation Beyond the US and EU

Explore global blockchain policies beyond the EU and US in this episode, moderated by Lee A. Schneider of Ava Labs. Our guests, Joey Garcia from Xapo Bank, Jongbaek Park of Bae Kim & Lee, Manmeet Singh from Blockseed Ventures, and Urszula McCormack of King & Wood Mallesons, take us on a journey through legal frameworks in Hong Kong, Singapore, the Philippines, Gibraltar, Japan, Australia, Argentina, and more. They debate whether the EU’s MiCA regulation is truly setting a global standard or if other regions are advancing more rapidly in the crypto-legal landscape.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 48min

Ep 10: The European Blockchain Regulatory Sandbox

Discover the European Blockchain Regulatory Sandbox's role in harmonizing technology and regulation in this episode. Featuring Helen Köpman from the European Commission, Marjolein Geus of Bird & Bird, and Yuji Develle from OXYGY Consulting, we delve into the sandbox's goals, its collaborative approach with regulators and SMEs, and focus on infrastructure development. Our guests discuss the selection criteria for innovative projects, their industry diversity, and the sandbox's response to regulatory complexities before the EU's MiCA regulation. Additionally, they highlight how cross-sector learning and best practices sharing could influence future regulations beyond blockchain.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 40min

Ep 9: How Deloitte is using smart contracts to accelerate disaster relief

Peder Muller and Tim Davis from Deloitte, alongside moderator Justin Gunnell of Sher Tremonte LLP, explore how Deloitte is leveraging blockchain technology in disaster relief. They delve into Deloitte's 'Close as you go' project, a prime example of blockchain's capabilities. Built on an Avalanche subnet, this initiative uses tokens, smart contracts, and decentralized architecture, all seamlessly integrated and invisible to the user. Join us for an insightful look at practical blockchain applications in critical humanitarian efforts.Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com
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Sep 1, 2023 • 40min

Ep 8: How Lemonade is using smart contracts to revolutionize crop insurance

Join Roy Confino, Head of Strategy and Operations at Lemonade Foundation, and Justin Gunnell, counsel at Sher Tremonte LLP, for a deep dive into the innovative world of smart contracts in crop insurance. This episode explores how Lemonade Insurance is revolutionizing the field with blockchain technology. Delve into the Crypto Climate Coalition, blockchain's solutions to cost and access issues, and the intriguing concept of 'oracles'. Plus, we debate: should smart contracts be called 'live contracts' for their dynamic capabilities? Tune in for this compelling exploration of insurance and blockchain's intersection. Find out more in our explainers at owlexplains.com

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