The Owl Explains Hootenanny

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Hootenannies
2024-11-19
29 minutes

Ep 42: US Rep Warren Davidson (R-OH-08)

Congressman Warren Davidson 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. 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Regulation
Finance
US Congress
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Hootenannies
2024-11-13
32 minutes

Policy9000: Navigating Global Regulatory Shifts I Avalanche Summit LATAM

Get a front-row seat to our Argentina Summit panel on navigating global regulatory shifts in blockchain. 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. Lee Schneider - General Counsel, Ava Labs Marina Markezic - Executive Director and Co-Founder, European Crypto Initiative (EUCI) Urszula McCormack - Partner, King & Wood Mallesons Lilya Tessler - Partner, Sidley Austin LLP Caroline Malcolm​ - Formerly Chainalysis, OECD 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🎥 Video Panel

Regulation
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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
Security
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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
US Congress
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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
US Congress
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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
US Congress
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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.

NFTs
Use Cases
Security
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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
US Congress