In episode #11, MezFi Meets John Bassilios from Hall and Wilcox lawyers.
John is a financial services lawyer of more than 20 years who has taken a particular interest in the world of blockchain, which he says has "re-invigorated his career", being elected to the board of Blockchain Australia 5 years ago and having a number of clients who seek him out for his expertise in the space.
Jerome and John discuss how regulation could impact the Australian blockchain eco-system, ways Australia could re-claim its position as a country of interest in the world of blockchain, as well as current regulatory matters and tips for those looking to do business in the blockchain eco-system in a compliant manner.
We hope you enjoy today's conversation, and to find out more about John, as well as Hall and Wilcox and Blockchain Australia, go to:
Hall and Wilcox Lawyers - https://www.hallandwilcox.com.au
Blockchain Australia - https://blockchainaustralia.org
To find out more about MezFi, go to:
https://www.MezFi.com
00:00 - Introduction
01:13 - John's Journey into Blockchain
03:32 - Growth in Blockchain Involvement
04:20 - Networking and Community in Blockchain
05:24 - Blockchain Australia Board Experience
07:23 - Regulatory Challenges and Solutions
10:57 - Global Perspective on Blockchain Regulations
12:12 - Consensus Conference Insights
18:06 - DeFi and Regulatory Actions
25:52 - Future of Blockchain Regulation
32:16 - Banking Challenges for Crypto Companies
37:14 - AML and CTF Issues
40:53 - Advice for Blockchain Startups
41:32 - Closing Remarks
