Digital Assets @ Duke Conference 2023
by Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering and Duke Financial Economics Center
Digital Assets @ Duke (DA@D) is an annual conference hosted by Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering and the Duke Financial Economics Center. The event brings together financial professionals, regulators, policymakers, technologists, academics, and legal experts to explore the evolving landscape of digital assets.
The conference covers a wide range of topics, including cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), stablecoins, and central bank digital currencies. Sessions feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive workshops that delve into the development, investment, and regulation of digital assets.
Notable speakers have included U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Hester Peirce, U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission Commissioner Kristin Johnson, and John Rolle, Governor of the Central Bank of the Bahamas. The event also offers ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to engage with peers, industry leaders, and regulators.
DA@D is designed for professionals across the digital asset ecosystem, including investors, entrepreneurs, legal experts, and policymakers. Attendees gain valuable insights into the latest developments and challenges in digital finance, fostering collaboration and informed discussion among those shaping the future of the industry.
Speakers(14)
Ali Comolli
Global Capacity Building Lead at TRM Labs
Ali Comolli is the Global Capacity Building Lead at TRM Labs, focusing on blockchain intelligence and compliance solutions.
Alison Jimenez
President at Dynamic Securities Analytics, Inc.
Alison Jimenez is the President of Dynamic Securities Analytics, Inc., specializing in financial crime analysis and compliance consulting.
Ari Redbord
Head of Legal & Government Affairs at TRM Labs
Ari Redbord is the Head of Legal & Government Affairs at TRM Labs, specializing in legal and regulatory issues related to digital assets.
Brett Falk
Assistant Professor at University of Pennsylvania
Brett Falk is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on research in digital assets and blockchain technology.
Carlos Moreira
Government Solution Architect at Anchorage Digital
Carlos Moreira is a Government Solution Architect at Anchorage Digital, providing secure digital asset solutions for institutional clients.
Charles DeSimone
Managing Director and Deputy Head of the Technology, Operations, and BCP Group at SIFMA
Charles DeSimone is the Managing Director and Deputy Head of the Technology, Operations, and BCP Group at SIFMA, focusing on financial industry operations and technology.
Jason Ward
SVP, Head of Blockchain & Crypto at FCAT at Fidelity Investments
Jason Ward is the Senior Vice President and Head of Blockchain & Crypto at Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT), leading innovation in digital assets.
Jimmie Lenz
Director, Master of Engineering in FinTech at Duke University
Dr. Jimmie Lenz is the Director of the Master of Engineering in Financial Technology program at Duke University, specializing in financial innovation and digital assets.
John Rolle
Governor at Central Bank of the Bahamas
John Rolle is the Governor of the Central Bank of the Bahamas, leading the nation's monetary policy and financial regulation efforts.
Katherine M.R. Bosken
Commissioner of Banks at State of North Carolina
Katherine M.R. Bosken serves as the Commissioner of Banks for North Carolina, overseeing the state's banking industry and regulatory compliance.
Lee Reiners
Lecturing Fellow at Duke Financial Economics Center
Lee Reiners is a Lecturing Fellow at the Duke Financial Economics Center, focusing on financial regulation and digital asset policy.
Olivier Fines
Head of Advocacy and Policy Research, EMEA at CFA Institute
Olivier Fines is the Head of Advocacy and Policy Research for EMEA at the CFA Institute, specializing in financial market integrity and policy analysis.
Patrick McHenry
U.S. Representative at U.S. House of Representatives
Patrick McHenry is a U.S. Representative from North Carolina and serves as the Chair of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee, overseeing financial sector legislation.
Ryan Clements
Director of Advanced Research and Knowledge Management at Alberta Securities Commission
Dr. Ryan Clements is the Director of Advanced Research and Knowledge Management at the Alberta Securities Commission, with expertise in crypto-asset and fintech regulation.
Event Details
- Date
- January 20, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Durham, United States
- Penn Pavilion
- Pricing
- $200 - $300
- Audience
- Financial professionals, regulators, policymakers, technologists, academics, legal experts
- Attendees
- Approximately 200