The SEC is trying to pull DeFi into its regulatory jurisdiction in a way that could shake the sector at the same time that lawmakers are debating ways to impose DeFi rules, including new money-laundering controls. Meanwhile, courts are making it clear they view DAOs as legal entities, contrary to the way the industry sees it. Can DeFi adapt and remain true to its roots?
Speakers
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Coy Garrison
Partner Steptoe & Johnson Moderator (Sponsor)
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Marta Belcher
President & Chair Filecoin Foundation / Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web
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Kate Eyerman
BSA / AML Officer Paxos
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Rob Grant
VP, Global Public Policy Ripple
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Caroline Horres
Senior Policy Advisor U.S. Department of Treasury
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Purvi Maniar
Deputy General Counsel FalconX