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There’s been a lot of debate over whether Facebook’s proposed currency is really decentralized. It’s a big deal in crypto circles — and a debate often driven by individuals laying claim to what they view as “authentic” blockchain strategies that, … Continue Reading

I had the pleasure this morning of doing a real Washington tradition: C-span’s morning call in show, Washington Journal, where I discussed Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency and the state of crypto regulation in Congress.  It was such a pleasure hearing from around … Continue Reading

On July 17, I had the delight and honor of testifying before the House Financial Services Committee with respect to Libra, Facebook’s proposed cryptocurrency. I’m a real fintech optimist, but it was hard to be one in this particular case. … Continue Reading

Washington, DC, June 26, 2019 — Fintech Week is a unique, global policy forum where thought-leaders can discover, seriously discuss and debate rapidly evolving changes to the financial ecosystem that drive policy and regulation — and what they mean to markets and investors. This year, Fintech Week … Continue Reading

….Which I thought was pretty obvious after 2008.  But it was worth highlighting in a recent appearance on CNBC.  Many thanks to the network for the privilege of the appearance for this law professor.

A sincere thanks to the hundreds of diplomats, students and lawyers who showed up at our G2 Conference on international economic law.  Few forums offer the opportunity for serious, sustained discussions on the international trading system–and its impact on services, … Continue Reading

Though experts had speculated for over a year that Facebook was considering launching a cryptocurrency, this month’s news reports confirming the rumors still sent shockwaves through the industry.  For the first time, a U.S. tech behemoth is attempting to go … Continue Reading

Congratulations to the graduating class of Hoya Lawyers for 2019!!   I look so forward to seeing your adventures and exploits as you make history!  Very best of luck.

State attorney generals–and state law in general–tends to get a short shrift in crypto law, with most of the emphasis being on when a crypto asset is a security.  But state law can play an important role–especially when it comes … Continue Reading

I’m delighted to have the opportunity to participate in Consensus this year, the annual gathering of the cryptocurrency and blockchain technology world.  It should be one heck of a conference–and the agenda can be found here.