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Hootenannies
2024-10-30
28 minutes

Ep 41: Disclosure Guidelines for Tokens

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=en October 21st: https://global-dca.org/proposed-u-s-disclosure-guidelines/ 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Regulation
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Hootenannies
2024-10-23
26 minutes

Ep 40: US Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD)

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 US policy. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Regulation
Security
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Hootenannies
2024-10-09
38 minutes

Ep 39: Tokenizing Securities for Decentralized Finance Applications

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

Finance
Security
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Hootenannies
2024-09-25
35 minutes

Ep 38: Learning from DeFi. Would Automated Market Makers Improve Equity Trading?

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?

Finance
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Hootenannies
2024-09-11
27 minutes

Ep 37: Revolutionizing Womxn’s Non-Reproductive Health with Web3 (Asterisk)

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

Use Cases
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Hootenannies
2024-09-03
22 minutes

Ep 36: US Rep Yadira Caraveo (D-CO-08)

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. Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Regulation
Finance
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Hootenannies
2024-07-31
22 minutes

Ep 35: Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13)

Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13) discusses his early adoption of cryptocurrency and emphasizes the transformative potential of blockchain technology. He highlights the importance of financial inclusion, arguing that digital assets can democratize access to financial services. Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Regulation
Finance
Security
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Hootenannies
2024-07-17
48 minutes

Stablecoin Runs and the Centralization of Arbitrage

Yiming Ma from Columbia Business School and Anthony Zhang from UChicago explore the intricacies of stablecoins and their impact on financial stability. Learn about the critical role of arbitrage in maintaining price stability and the potential risks associated with these digital assets. Check out their paper here.

Finance
Security
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Hootenannies
2024-07-03
37 minutes

Ep 33: Intersection of AI, IP and Web3 Law

Nehan Sethi and Jordan Teague (Web3 Attorneys at Campbell Teague) explore how AI challenges traditional notions of authorship and creativity, and the potential for blockchain to revolutionize IP protection. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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Use Cases
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Hootenannies
2024-06-20
21 minutes

Ep 32: Congressman French Hill

The podcast features Congressman French Hill discussing the Financial Innovation and Transparency Act (H.R. 4763) and its significant impact on the digital asset industry. Hill explains how the bill provides regulatory clarity for digital assets, balancing innovation with consumer protection. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Regulation
Security
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Hootenannies
2024-06-05
33 minutes

Ep 31: The Impact of Blockchain and AI on the EU’s Financial Landscape

Dimitrios Psarrakis (Financial Economist and co-founder of Value Verse) provides expert insights on blockchain regulation and its implications for financial competitiveness in the EU. He explores the intersection of blockchain, AI, and financial innovation, emphasizing the importance of education and collaboration in shaping the future of finance.

Regulation
Finance
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Hootenannies
2024-05-21
26 minutes

Ep 30: Congressman Wiley Nickel

Congressman Wiley Nickel, member of the House Financial Services Committee, joins Norma Krayem from Van Scoyoc Associates to discuss the critical topics of blockchain, digital assets, and regulatory certainty in the United States. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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