In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer at the DeFi Education Fund, to explore the critical legal battles shaping the future of decentralized finance.

Amanda shares her insights on the ongoing fight for fair crypto regulation, the DeFi Education Fund’s involvement in high-profile cases like Roman Storm's Tornado Cash prosecution, and their defense of DeFi developers in groundbreaking impact litigation.

They also dive into the Fund's efforts to hold regulators accountable, such as their challenge to the SEC's handling of airdrops and digital asset enforcement.

Whether you're a legal professional, a DeFi enthusiast, or just curious about the intersection of law and crypto, this episode is packed with invaluable knowledge.

Support the DeFi Education Fund's important work by donating here.
Connect with Amanda on Twitter: @AmandaTums

In this episode of ⁠Beyond the Code⁠, Yitzy sits down with ⁠Jason Schwartz⁠, tax partner and co-head of ⁠Fried Frank⁠’s Digital Assets and Blockchain Practice, for a lively discussion on crypto taxation, DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations), and the future of decentralization.

With deep expertise in tax issues related to digital assets, financial products, and funds, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge on how to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape in the crypto space.

Jason sheds light on the importance of understanding global tax challenges in a world where governments are increasingly focused on taxing digital assets. From structuring protocols to avoiding costly mistakes, Jason shares why staying ahead of these issues is crucial for long-term success in crypto projects.Throughout the episode, you’ll also hear real-world examples of Jason’s work with 501 Foundry, a pro bono initiative helping non-profits secure tax-exempt status, and how decentralized governance is reshaping industries like DeFi and digital art.

Whether you’re a crypto enthusiast, entrepreneur, or just curious about the intersection of tax and blockchain, this episode is full of relatable insights and practical advice from one of the top experts in the field.

Enjoy!

In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Joseph Page, founder of the Web3-focused venture capital firm Strange Quark. Joseph shares his unique journey from his roots in Honduras to studying and competing in ping pong in Taiwan, and ultimately moving to Israel, where he became a key player in the crypto world. The conversation explores Joseph's experience investing in Solana, the rise of decentralized infrastructure projects, and his deep dive into AI-driven technology like BlockMesh, his latest investment focused on decentralized AI monitoring solutions. Joseph explains his approach to investments, his vision for the future of decentralized systems, and the real-world applications driving his thesis on decentralized physical and virtual infrastructure.

Listeners will also hear insights on how Joseph evaluates projects, his thoughts on Solana's growth, and the cultural differences between Solana and Ethereum builders. If you’re curious about the future of Web3, AI monitoring, or venture capital in blockchain, this is a must-listen episode.

You can reach out to Joseph on Telegram, at: @JoeStrangeQ

Over the next 8 weeks we are going to speak to several investors who are specifically looking to target emerging markets - Joseph is the first, but stay tuned for more. Let us know if there are questions you want to ask them, by emailing Yitzy, at: yitzy@hlawco.com

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Solana commercial source credit of Super Team's X account: https://x.com/SuperteamDAO/status/1775514557269877004