Ian Mair explains everything politicos need to know about crypto and blockchain tech EP | 71

If you've ever wondered why cryptocurrency matters, or why you should care about it, this episode is for you. We talk about the origins of crypto, the practical uses for blockchain technology, what crypto can be used for, environmental concerns about bitcoin mining, "crypto candidates" (including prominent Oregon candidates), and the future of crypto policy and regulation in U.S. politics (with some insight into how both the Democratic Party and Republican Party talk about the issue). 

 

Ian Mair is the Head of U.S. Policy for Blockchain.com. Previously, worked as Vice President at The Smith-Free Group, a lobbying firm, where he advised fintech and crypto clients on legislative and regulatory matters--and advocated on their behalf with decision makers. 

 

As a reminder, nothing in this episode should be considered financial advice! 

 

Links referenced in the interview:

• The Wired story Ian referenced: Inside the Bitcoin Bust That Took Down the Web’s Biggest Child Abuse Site
• The Texas Blockchain Council
• CoinCenter.org, which describes itself as "the leading non-profit focused on the policy issues facing cryptocurrencies"