with @eddylazzarin @milesjennings @JasonYanowitz
Welcome to web3 with a16z crypto. Today’s episode is on a super timely topic: How to design, govern, and grow decentralized networks in today’s changing policy landscape. It covers:
- Why the “foundation era” of crypto is ending — and what comes next with DUNAs and BORGs
- How U.S. policy shifts are creating real rules of the road
- The difference between network tokens vs. company tokens (and why it matters for investors, builders, and other participants)
- When protocols should flip the fee switch and start generating revenue
- Common mistakes founders make when launching tokens and structuring projects
To unpack it all, you’ll hear from Miles Jennings, head of policy and general counsel at a16z crypto, and Eddy Lazzarin, a16z crypto’s CTO, in conversation with Jason Yanowitz, cofounder of Blockworks and host of the Empire podcast (where this conversation first aired) ... and which we’re excited to bring to you here.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
3:14 Regulatory Progress and Optimism in DC
9:34 The Problem with Offshore Foundations
13:58 The End of the Foundation Era
27:29 DUNAs and BORGs: New Legal Structures
38:42 Understanding Network Tokens
43:42 Network Tokens: Beyond L1 and L2
48:37 Company Tokens: Evolution and Challenges
51:09 The Legal Landscape of Token Offerings
1:04:25 Turning on the Fee Switch: When and Why
1:12:47 Balancing Portfolio Needs and Regulatory Clarity
1:15:36 Common Questions from Founders
1:20:17 Conclusion
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