Tech Intersect #198: Navigating The Legal and Regulatory Landscape of the Crypto Economy with Marisa Coppel

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Advancements in technology and the need for continued advocacy don’t take a pause just because it is an election year. It just means we have fewer legislative days to do the work that keeps our industry up with the times and protects the future of cryptocurrency. This week, episode 198 of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast is about navigating the legal and regulatory landscape of the crypto economy!

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Marisa Coppel is the Head of Legal at Blockchain Association. In her role Marisa helps develop and advocate for policy positions on behalf of the crypto industry as well as manages long-term legal projects and strategic litigation. Prior to joining the Association, Marisa represented corporate clients in regulatory enforcement actions, internal investigations, and civil litigation matters at Covington & Burling LLP. Marisa earned her B.A. from Brandeis University, and her J.D. from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles.

Topics Marisa and I go over in this episode include:

• Concerns about FinCEN's proposed rule on CVC (convertible virtual currency) mixing, arguing it could stifle innovation and target valid and illicit activity.
• The Custodian Bank vs. Federal Reserve case’s significant impact on the crypto industry.
• Courts play a crucial role in maintaining balance in the regulatory system, providing clarity for the industry.

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1. Navigating The Legal and Regulatory Landscape of the Crypto Economy with Marisa Coppel (00:00:00)

2. Marisa recounts that she joined the blockchain industry to transform financial systems and promote equity. (00:04:06)

3. Concerns about FinCEN's proposed rule on CVC mixing, arguing it could stifle innovation and target valid and illicit activity. (00:10:40)

4. There is an internal struggle between progressive values and government power, feeling crypto aligns with the former but threatens the latter. (00:17:15)

5. Courts play crucial role in maintaining balance in regulatory system, providing clarity for industry. (00:23:22)

6. Advocacy priorities and funds you can contribute to. (00:26:37)