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Faegre Drinker on Law and Technology Podcast: A Primer on Cryptocurrency

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When it comes to cryptocurrency, questions abound: What can you purchase with crypto? How can you buy it? Is crypto a passing fad or an innovation that will stand the test of time? In this episode of the Faegre Drinker on Law and Technology Podcast, host Jason G. Weiss sits down with Faegre Drinker’s Jeffrey Blumberg and former Orange County District Attorney Rahul Gupta, a cybercrime prosecutor with experience in cryptocurrency criminal litigation, to talk all things cryptocurrency.

The conversation covers a number of questions, including:

  • What is cryptocurrency? Why does it matter? How does it differ from traditional “fiat” currencies?
  • How is crypto different from other types of digital currencies? Is this a new phenomenon?
  • It is often said that cryptocurrency is used frequently for criminal activities, especially cyberattacks. Why is crypto the payment of choice for cyber criminals?
  • Why do some governments see crypto as a threat? How should we view the surge in efforts to regulate crypto?
  • What is “blockchain” and how does it relate to cryptocurrencies (like Bitcoin)?
  • Finally, are cryptocurrencies a fad? Or are they here to stay?

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About the Author: Jason G. Weiss

Jason G. Weiss leverages a past career as a cybersecurity and computer forensics Supervisory Special Agent with more than 22 years of decorated service at the FBI to guide clients through the complex and high-stakes issues associated with cybersecurity incident preparedness and response and compliance. View Jason's full bio on the Faegre Drinker website.

About the Author: Jeffrey R. Blumberg

Jeff Blumberg is an experienced investment management lawyer who helps clients navigate regulatory, corporate governance, business and structural matters. Jeff advises managers of both U.S. and offshore investment funds on daily operations and planning, funding, and structuring strategies that comply with regulatory requirements. He drafts and reviews fund documentation and agreements. Jeff also counsels investment advisers, commodity trading advisors and commodity pool operators on operations and other key business matters

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December 6, 2021
Written by: Jason G. Weiss and Jeffrey R. Blumberg
Category: Cybersecurity, Data Strategy, Podcast
Tags: cryptocurrency, cyberattack, digital currencies

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