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The Brave Technologist · Wednesday · 26 min

Why US Crypto Needs Laws, Not Just Friendly Regulators

Cody Carbone, CEO of The Digital Chamber, shares what the digital asset industry has been fighting for in Washington, and explains why clear, durable legislation is the only thing that can give builders, developers, and investors the confidence to operate in the United States long-term. He breaks down what the CLARITY Act does for builders who have been operating without legal certainty; how the stablecoin market responded when the GENIUS Act passed; and why the current regulatory environment is insufficient. Key Takeaways: What the CLARITY Act does for developers and token issuers How personnel changes at the SEC and CFTC shifted the regulatory environment for digital assets What the passage of the GENIUS Act demonstrated about the relationship between regulatory clarity and market growth Why durable progress in digital assets requires legislation that can withstand changes in administration, not just favorable appointments Guest Bio: Cody Carbone is the CEO of The Digital Chamber, the world's largest digital asset and blockchain trade association, representing the industry in Washington with the White House, Regulators, and Capitol Hill. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte

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Cody Carbone, CEO of The Digital Chamber, shares what the digital asset industry has been fighting for in Washington, and explains why clear, durable legislation is the only thing that can give builders, developers, and investors the confidence to operate in the United States long-term. He breaks down what the CLARITY Act does for builders who have been operating without legal certainty; how the stablecoin market responded when the GENIUS Act passed; and why the current regulatory environment is insufficient.

Key Takeaways:

  • What the CLARITY Act does for developers and token issuers

  • How personnel changes at the SEC and CFTC shifted the regulatory environment for digital assets

  • What the passage of the GENIUS Act demonstrated about the relationship between regulatory clarity and market growth

  • Why durable progress in digital assets requires legislation that can withstand changes in administration, not just favorable appointments

Guest Bio:

Cody Carbone is the CEO of The Digital Chamber, the world's largest digital asset and blockchain trade association, representing the industry in Washington with the White House, Regulators, and Capitol Hill.

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About this Show:

The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all!

Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together.

The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API.

Music by: Ari Dvorin

Produced by: Sam Laliberte

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