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Join renowned author David Birch in this express podcast, as he unpacks the rise of stablecoins, their transformative impact on global finance, and what they mean for the future of money. From geopolitics to financial inclusion, Birch offers sharp insights into how stablecoins are shaping the digital currency landscape and how they're more than "just digital dollars."
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Stephen Buttolph (Chief Protocol Architect at Ava Labs) discusses how Avalanche's blockchain can be used for tokenization of real-world assets. The podcast also explains the Avalanche consensus protocol and how this protocol is an important differentiator between Avalanche and other blockchains.
Learn more: https://www.avax.network/
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Professor Ciamac Moallemi (Columbia University) dissects Maximal Extractable Value (MEV), Loss-Versus-Rebalancing (LVR) and associated mitigation methods. To provide more background, MEV is the economic value that can be extracted from blockchain users through arbitrage activity. Of particular note, arbitrageurs can extract value from liquidity providers at Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) where these losses are known as Loss-Versus-Rebalancing (LVR). After explaining both MEV and LVR, this podcast focuses on mitigation methods including expedited block times and auction mechanisms intended to extract MEV.
Paper: Automated Market Making and Arbitrage Profits in the Presence of Fees
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Mallesh Pai (Rice University) covers DEX Aggregators and Solvers. In more detail, DEXs are not isolated entities. Rather, a variety of "intents markets" have arisen (e.g., Uniswap X, CoW Swap) where users can express "intents" to trade and then these markets execute the intents by relying on DEX liquidity and also potentially other sources of liquidity (e.g., fillers). Intents markets are generally classified as aggregators or solvers, and this podcast explains the space of intent markets, clarifying the distinction between aggregators and solvers. The podcast particularly focuses on economic implications of intents markets. An important point is that assertions that these markets are likely to entail favorable outcomes for traders are not necessarily correct due to the underlying economic structure.
Paper: An Analysis of Intent-Based Markets
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Professor Fabian Schär (University of Basel) discusses the ability for blockchain users to attain privacy in their transactions while also remaining compliant with regulations. Of note, prominent blockchains do not provide anonymity as commonly believed; rather, forensic methods can be used to reveal the transaction behavior of users. Mixers (e.g., Tornado Cash) combat forensic methods and offer further privacy. Nonetheless, mixers have come under regulatory pressure because they can be used for illegal activities such as money laundering. This podcast explains why blockchain identities are not anonymous and the details surrounding mixers. The podcast then explains a method whereby a user employing a mixer could prove that they have not participated in money laundering, potentially achieving both privacy and regulatory compliance. Regulatory implications are discussed.
Paper: Blockchain Privacy and Regulatory Compliance
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Professor Campbell Harvey (Duke University) and Professor Joel Hasbrouck (NYU Stern) explain the novel risks for traders who trade at Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) and why standard regulatory approaches are not well-suited for addressing those risks. The podcast then discusses the feasible paths for regulation weighing the relative advantages and disadvantages. An important point is that regulators are not necessarily properly aware of the challenges of regulation in the blockchain context and, as a consequence, some regulatory actions being taken might be counter-productive.
Paper: The Evolution of Decentralized Exchange: Risks, Benefits, and Oversight
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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/
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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.
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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
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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 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
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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.
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Congressman Shri Thanadar (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.
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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.
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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.
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Congressman French Hill (R-AR 2nd District), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Assets, discusses the groundbreaking H.R. 4763 bill and its impact on the future of blockchain regulation. Tune in to understand how this bipartisan effort aims to balance innovation and consumer protection in the digital asset space.
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