On this episode of The Get Down, Cleve Mesidor sits down with Joshua Rivera, Operating Partner and General Counsel at blockchain investment firm Blockchain Capital, to discuss blockchain startups, entrepreneurship, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Joshua shares his journey from lawyer to blockchain advocate and insights from his work investing in innovative crypto projects.

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Joshua Rivera is the General Counsel of Blockchain Capital. He is an expert in the legal and regulatory issues attending various aspects of the crypto industry including token protocols, DeFi, DAOs, NFTs and digital asset commodities and securities, and he has extensive experience analyzing the blockchain industry’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Before joining Blockchain Capital, Joshua worked as a senior associate at Cooley LLP where he was part of the firm’s cryptocurrency and blockchain practice counseling exchanges, investors and blockchain developers.

We discuss:

• Blockchain Capital’s history and investment in crypto startups.
• The role of the Blockchain Association in educating lawmakers and shaping policy.
• The importance of regulatory clarity for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
• Advice for young founders in the blockchain and crypto space.

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This episode of The Get Down podcast features an insightful conversation on financial inclusion and the potential of emerging technologies like blockchain and AI. Special guest Betsabe Botaitis shares her unique career journey from traditional banking to entrepreneurship in FinTech and web3, and how her diverse experiences have fueled her passion for impacting underserved communities. Plus, host Ritzy P and Cleve Mesidor discuss the direction of butterscotch Media now that the podcast has launched!

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Betsabe Botaitis serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Hedera, a trusted blockchain layer for enterprises, where she is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities, including token economics and strategy. Prior to joining Hedera, Betsabe held senior finance positions at various high-growth companies including Uplift, Kueski, LendingClub, and Citigroup. Betsabe is on the advisory board of the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center and is a member of the Fortune Most Powerful Women.

This episode discusses:

• Betsabe’s nonlinear career path from large financial institutions to startups and her role as CFO of Hedera.
• How blockchain technologies like stablecoins can revolutionize access to financial services globally.
• The importance of finance professionals having an understanding of both traditional and newer digital assets.
• Potential for blockchain to improve data integrity and decision-making in healthcare and longevity.

Blockchain has the ability to solve long-standing problems of trust and efficiency across multiple industries. By leveraging the emerging technologies like blockchain and AI, we can create more inclusive and equitable financial systems worldwide. We hope you walk away feeling inspired by Betsabe’s commitment to using her skills and experiences to empower underserved communities.

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NOTE: The views expressed are Schonda's own, not those of Coin Metrics. Her views are not investment advice.

In this episode of The Get Down podcast, host Ritzy P discusses the importance of inclusivity and bipartisanship in crypto policymaking with Cleve Mesidor of Butterscotch Media. They are joined by special guest Shonda Fields of Coin Metrics, who shares her experience bridging traditional finance and digital assets.

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Schonda Fields is the Director of Products for Indexing at Coin Metrics, which is a data warehouse for digital assets. She's based in Brooklyn NYC and has an extensive background in finance, including the London Stock Exchange group, attempting to bridge the gap between traditional finance and web three.

This episode discusses:

• How bipartisanship is crucial for advancing meaningful crypto policy and regulation.
• What indexing is and how it impacts digital assets.
• Bridging traditional finance knowledge with crypto helps increase understanding across sectors.
• How authentic relationships built over time are important for learning and career progression.

While still early, the merging of traditional finance and cryptocurrency holds great potential for innovation and inclusion. By getting involved, building connections, and maintaining an open mind, you can be a part of shaping this evolving industry for the better. The insights shared in this discussion offer a starting point for your own journey at the intersection of these worlds.

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