While many people think that crypto assets are unregulated, nothing could be further from the truth. Numerous laws and regulations have been enacted for them in some fashion. But the disparate approaches of regulators have led to further confusion regarding the jurisdictions and regulatory regimes for the crypto projects. Many issues like AML, KYC, consumer protection, taxation, and cross-border transactions require appropriate consideration. In this panel session, the speakers share their insights, and discusses the issues & challenges facing the regulators and policy makers in taming the crypto industry.

Speakers:

Serene Liaw, Manager, Research, Labuan IBFC Inc.

Petri Basson, Chairman, Blockchain Association of the Cayman Islands

Dr. Inayat Hussain, Executive Director (Banking Supervision Group) State Bank of Pakistan

Host/Moderator:

Syed Asif Zaman, Co-Founder/CEO, Alif Technology

Dr. Farrukh Habib, Co-Founder/Managing Director, Alif Technology

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