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Myths And Realities Of Blockchain And Cryptocurrency
In this episode of COSIMO Verbatim, Joel Telpner, a highly respected legal advisor in the blockchain space and Partner at the New York law firm Sullivan & Worcester, discusses why blockchain technology should replace traditional intermediaries, and the profound implications that will have on the US regulatory system and global markets.
A speaker at the DAVOS World Economic Forum and a key advisor to the Swiss government, Joel brings global expertise to explain how blockchain technology will eliminate borders, create economic empowerment, and help the greater good with real-world, philanthropic applications. He outlines the regulatory evolution happening in the cryptocurrency market, and provides a sneak-peek into ndau, a new digital currency addressing dependency, volatility, and governance issues that remain prevalent in existing cryptocurrencies.
In addition to his position at Sullivan & Worcester, Joel leads policy initiatives on global regulatory issues for blockchain on behalf of the Global Blockchain Business Council and the Blockchain Research Institute. He is also a member of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance's Legal Working Group, which is developing guidance on global best practices for ICOs.
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