In this episode of The Get Down, host Ritzy P. sits down with Tiffany J. Smith to discuss the importance of understanding the intersection between old rules and new technologies in the regulatory and compliance space and the need to focus on financial inclusion rather than political affiliations. They also discuss the success of the inaugural Blockchain Brain Trust Retreat at Martha’s Vineyard and what the event will look like this year. Also, Cleve Mesidor talks about what the current political landscape can mean for the future of crypto policy and regulation here in the US.
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Tiffany J. Smith is a partner at WilmerHale and Co-Chair of the Firm’s Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Working Group. She has over a decade of experience advising and representing broker-dealers, financial institutions, and technology companies (including crypto companies) on cutting-edge regulatory and compliance matters. She has a broad client base including traditional financial institutions, crypto exchanges, NFT issuers and platforms, Web3 companies, and payment platforms.
We discuss:
- Understanding the intersection between old rules and new technologies is crucial in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry.
- Bringing Web3 to Martha's Vineyard provides an opportunity to educate political leaders and policymakers in a relaxed setting.
- The success of the inaugural Blockchain Brain Trust Retreat by bringing together Black leaders in the industry and facilitating networking and knowledge sharing.
- How the changing policy landscape in the crypto industry should focus on financial inclusion and understanding the impact on daily lives.
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