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Regulatory Challenges in Crypto

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Block-chain is building the plane as it flies. It’s important to know how this changing technology and the changing regulations that govern it impact you.

Aaron Kouhoupt (Cleveland) and Amy Greenwood-Field (Washington, DC) are speaking on a panel on “Regulatory Challenges in Crypto” at the Been Around the Block-Chain: Exploring the Legal Impact of Digital Currency, NFTs, and the Metaverse, a Lawline, virtual event on Wednesday, June 28, 2022. This panel will discuss how FinCen and individual state regulators have defined virtual currency, identify states that currently oversee virtual currency transmission, trends in state virtual currency regulation, and other legal and regulatory considerations.

Lawline is bringing together leaders in the legal industry to explore all areas of digital currency and the regulations surrounding this quickly evolving technology. Learn more.

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MTCC Advanced Compliance Workshop

November 15, 2022

Member Amy Greenwood-Field (Washington, DC) will participate in an MTCC (Money Transfer Compliance Certification) Advanced Compliance Workshop, with updates on regulations at the state and federal level, at the CrossTech World 2022 Conference on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, in Miami, Florida.

Deep Dive into Consumer Finance

Understanding DeFi: Words Have Meaning, But What Do They Mean?

September 8, 2022

Perhaps the most challenging (and intimidating) part of Decentralized Finance is understanding all the terms and industry jargon—many of which are new and technical while others are as old as time but commonly misunderstood.

Deep Dive into Consumer Finance

Podcast: A Deep Dive into DeFi, or Decentralized Finance

August 22, 2022

In this episode of "More with McGlinchey," Aaron Kouhoupt and Robert Savoie (Cleveland) discuss the fascinating and vibrant world of decentralized finance, blockchains, virtual and cryptocurrency.

Deep Dive into Consumer Finance

Introduction: A Deep Dive into DeFi Decentralized Finance

August 9, 2022

The world of decentralized finance, blockchains, virtual and cryptocurrency have grown exponentially in recent years. Many financial institutions are looking to enter or expand their operations in the digital economy, but the regulatory environment gives many pause.

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The Wait is Over: Louisiana Proposes Virtual Currency Business Rules

July 1, 2022

The Louisiana Virtual Currency Business Act, which requires virtual currency businesses to hold a license became effective on August 1, 2020. At that time the Louisiana OFI was tasked with adopting administrative rules to govern the licensing process before it could begin accepting license applications.

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CFPB Launches New Office to Facilitate Competition and Innovation

June 16, 2022

On May 24, 2022, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced that it is replacing the Office of Innovation with the newly-established Office of Competition and Innovation. The CFPB intends to “help spur innovation in financial services by promoting competition and identifying stumbling blocks for new market entrants.”

Presentation

Current State of Regulatory Network Supervision

June 22, 2022

Amy Greenwood-Field (Washington, DC) is speaking on a panel on "Current State of Regulatory Network Supervision" at the CrossTech Compliance Conference in Miami, Florida on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. This panel will broadly analyze the current state of network affairs and what the future envisions.

Podcasts

Podcast: Tokenization of IP Rights and NFTs in Commercial Finance

December 2, 2021

In our increasingly digital economy, cryptocurrencies and NFTs have gained popularity for everything from consumer transactions to securities. How are digital assets being used and regulated in the commercial setting, especially in the context of collateral and intellectual property?

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NFTs, Tokenization, and You: Lessons for Business Lawyers

November 18, 2021

On November 18, 2021, Drew Patty and Marshall Grodner (Baton Rouge) will co-present a webinar on "NFTs, Tokenization, and You: Lessons for Business Lawyers" for the American Bar Association Business Law Section.