HodlCast with Sasha Hodler

FinCEN issued a notice of proposed rule making — they gave a whole 15 days for comments — and propose to make Bitcoin and other digital currencies fall under the definition of monetary instrument.

TBD

If you’re a cryptocurrency company in America, chances are you have sought, or should seek, guidance on the Florida Money Transmission License (“MTL”) requirements. Most companies look to avoid this license, as it’s costly, time consuming, and for many cryptocurrency companies, it’s been considered unnecessary. Yet, failure to apply for the license when it is required, can prove to be a costly mistake. Just ask Mr. Espinoza.

Rafael Yakobi is the Managing Partner of the Crypto Lawyers. We recently co-authored an op-ed in Bitcoin Magazine: Bitcoin Fungibility, Mixing And The Legal Limits On Maintaining Privacy, March 17, 2020. Link: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/articles/bitcoin-fungibility-mixing-and-the-legal-limits-on-maintaining-privacy Rafael’s initial interest in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency began in 2013. Since then, he has gained extensive understanding and experience with fundamental and technical analysis, market operations and risks, arbitrage, custodial and cyber-security procedures, and the political, philosophical, and economic motivations that set the stage for the ubiquitous rise of cryptocurrency. In 2017 as the world began to finally notice the technological and economic disruption taking place in this arena, Rafael felt compelled to get involved, contribute, and support what is likely to be the most important technological revolution of our generation. Prior to the formation of The Crypto Lawyers, Rafael litigated complex securities class actions against the biggest financial institutions in the world, represented consumers in class-actions combating corporate malfeasance, prosecuted antitrust class-actions against bad actors in the financial and commodity space, represented whistleblowers in False Claims Act cases against corporations that defrauded taxpayers, defended the rights of individuals charged with white collar and other crimes on Wall Street, and represented investors and financial advisors in FINRA, AAA, and JAMS arbitrations. Admissions • The State Bar of California • United States District Court for the Northern District of California • United States District Court for the Central District of California You can also listen to Rafael discuss cutting-edge legal issues on the Stephan Livera Podcast, April 11, 2020. Link: https://stephanlivera.com/episode/165/ Contact Rafael at The Crypto Lawyers | +1 (619) 317-0722 | info@thecryptolawyers.com Twitter @CACryptoLawyer

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Ep. 115 with Autonomous Attorney, Gabriel Shapiro, also known as @lex_node on twitter and telegram. Gabriel is a thought leader on the topics of securities law and tokenization. Check out some of his writings at https://www.dealninja.law/. He brings a decade of experience in the structuring, negotiation and execution of strategic transactions for technology clients. He represents and advises clients in connection with: mergers, acquisitions & joint ventures governance design & issues venture financings & crowdsales (SAFTs, stock, tokens) securities law compliance (private & public) product design & compliance for peer-to-peer technologies Gabriel is a partner at BSV Law. Prior to launching his own practice, Gabriel practiced for many years in the tech M&A groups of top corporate law firms Dewey & LeBoeuf, Weil, Gotshal & Manges and Hogan Lovells. We discussed his most recent article, https://medium.com/@lex_node/defining-decentralization-for-law-58ca54e18b2a which outlines a variety of tests that could be used for regulators to define "sufficient decentralization." You may find the transcript of this podcast on this link: https://www.sashahodler.com/post/transcript-for-hodlcast-ep-115-with-attorney-gabriel-shapiro

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#HODLCast May 2, 2020 with Amber D. Scott, MBA, CIPP/C, CBP, CAMS. Amber is the CEO of Outlier Canada, Inc. We discussed the G20's 10 Recommendations for Global stablecoin Regulation, the impact to Bitcoin in general, and the pros and cons of stablecoins. Amber is a firm believer in the idea that good compliance can enable good business. Find out how at www.outliercanada.com or reach out to her directly at: Email: amber@outliercanada.com Skype: OutlierCanada Twitter: OutlierCanada You may find the transcript of this podcast on this link: https://www.sashahodler.com/post/transcript-for-hodlcast-ep-114-with-amber-scott-discussing-global-stablecoin-regulation

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The Commodities Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) issued guidance on March 24, 2020 titled, “Retail Commodity Transaction” in Virtual Currency. Short Summary: The CFTC grants an exemption from regulation if, (1) the contract is paid out in the same virtual currency as the contract was entered into, and (2) qualifies for actual delivery that takes place 28 days in the future. IfCFTC jurisdiction applies, a Company would not likely be required to maintain its FinCEN MSB registration. https://www.cftc.gov/PressRoom/PressReleases/8139-20

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DJ J $crilla is releasing SoundMoney on April 14, 2020. The album is a Bitcoin centric project that focuses on Bitcoin’s history, culture, and value proposition. The tracks are called 1. 21 Million, 2. SxTxSHxNxKxMxTx; 3. Dream of Empire ft. Rome Streetz; 4. Digital Cash; 5. Dark Market ft. ANKHLEJOHN; 6. Choyna; 7. Faith in my Money (Money Printer Go Brrr); 8. Bullish; 9. Not In Yer Wallet; 10. Peer2Peer ft. Fleetwood Deville & K-Beta. You can check out the album at rarescrilla.com. We discussed art, hip hop, tokenized music, & bitcoin.

Trevor Marshall was my coach at Mic Mac AAC for five years and is one of the mentally toughest people I know. In this episode of the HODLCast, he gave us some insight into how to mentally prepare your mind and body during these uncertain times. Trevor has coached many high-class national and Olympic athletes in the sports of soccer and canoe kayak. He has also been a Fire Fighter for the past 15 years and is the Training Officer for new hires. He owns and operates an after-school high performance training camp, a dragon boat company, and runs a boot camp for his community. Trevor helped me build the foundational traits of work ethic, self-motivation, and perseverance.

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On March 26, 2020, the Bitcoin Law Review Crew got back together to discuss the latest and greatest of the Regulatory side of Bitcoin.

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Tim is my dear friend from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. He is the most knowledgable person I know in terms of leading a holistic lifestyle designed for keeping a creative mind and strong body. We discussed what actions you can take right now to boost your immunity so you are protected from the mexican beer virus. We talked about physics, energy, our DNA, the Chinese Five Element Theory & much more. Tim has a positive, reassuring, and uplifting spirit. Tim's favorite books: “The Success Principles” by Jack Canfield “The Biology of belief” by Dr. Bruce Lipton “Staying Healthy With The Seasons” 5 Element Theory by Dr. El-Sayed Haas “Tao Te Ching” by Lao Tzu “A Course In Miracles” Welcome Rain Publishers You can reach Tim at zzzennnster@gmail.com Transcript: https://www.sashahodler.com/post/transcript-for-ep-110-with-tim-wachowicz

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CFTC issues final interpretive guidance on actual delivery for digital assets.

Canadian software company Kik, who was subsequently purchased by Media Lab, is seeking pre-trial judgment amid the SEC's claim that it has failed to provide sufficient evidence in defense of its $100 million unregistered tokens sale in 2017.

Money printer go BRRR - S. 3548 - Section 11 - Transcript of Cares Act

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SEC seeks to enjoin Telegram from engaging in a plan to distribute "Grams", a new cryptocurrency.

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John McAfee is a computer programmer and businessman. He founded the software company McAfee Associates in 1987 and ran it until 1994. McAfee is a well known and loved thought leader in the Bitcoin community and is running for President in the 2020 election as a Libertarian. We discussed the state of the markets amid the #coronavirus uncertainty. Follow John's wonderful (NSFW) twitter: @officialmcafee Follow DJ J Scrilla: @ScrillaVentura and watch out for his soon-to-be-released mixtape, #SoundMoney Pre-Order now: https://rarescrilla.bandcamp.com/album/sound-money You may also see the transcript of this podcast on this link: https://www.sashahodler.com/post/transcript-for-hodlcast-ep-109-with-john-mcafee-dj-j-scrilla-the-corona-theories

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Sasha Hodder & Rafael Yakobi published an article on March 17, 2020 discussing Bitcoin Fungibility, Mixing And The Legal Limits On Maintaining Privacy. You may read the article on this link: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/articles/bitcoin-fungibility-mixing-and-the-legal-limits-on-maintaining-privacy

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