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(16)

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.

Hester M. Peirce

Commissioner at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Hester M. Peirce is a Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, known for her work on securities regulation and advocacy for innovation in financial markets.

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.

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

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