Conor Svensson

There has been some confusion both inside and outside of the crypto industry on what "staking" truly means, the different types of staking, and the distinctions between custodial and non-custodial staking activities. This lack of clarity has also reached lawmakers and policymakers, making it crucial to provide a clear understanding of staking's nuances. To address this, Jennie Levin, Ijeoma E. and I, in collaboration with the The Digital Economy Initiative, have crafted a comprehensive paper that breaks down the key concepts and variations associated with "staking." Our paper has also caught the attention of Forbes, which underscores the importance for regulators, policymakers, and industry participants to grasp the complexities and varying risk levels associated with different staking models. You can read the Forbes coverage here: https://lnkd.in/e9FKFtbr As global regulators increasingly focus on staking and its vital role in maintaining blockchain network security and operations, it is more important than ever to understand its implications. We invite you to explore the full paper and gain deeper insights into the potential regulatory treatments in both the US and the UK. Read it in full here. https://lnkd.in/eUb-cHVG

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https://lnkd.in/eMyzSvuM Progress with Purpose: The UK’s Crypto Regulation Moves the Needle 🇬🇧 The UK just took a meaningful step forward in shaping crypto’s future in the region with draft crypto regulation that would level the playing field between crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) and banks. The proposal is well outside of their previously established comfort zone. 💭 Too often, the narrative around regulation in crypto paints it as the enemy of innovation. That’s a false choice. As someone who spent decades in traditional finance, I’ve seen the opposite: clear rules unlock real growth. They build trust, attract institutional capital, and protect consumers, all without killing momentum. Bringing CASPs into the same regulatory framework as other financial institutions is how we elevate the space and weed out bad actors. Equally important, they’re taking a collaborative approach by opening up to industry consultation and moving swiftly. That’s how smart policy gets made. Let’s hope others follow suit. Regulation done right doesn’t stifle innovation: it scales it. #CryptoRegulation #DigitalAssets #Compliance 

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Andrew Bailey’s softer stance on stablecoins is an important signal. It shows UK policymakers are finally starting to see what innovators and businesses already know: stablecoins can coexist with banks and broaden access to money and payments. Rezolve Ai's initiative with Tether.io demonstrates the power of stable digital money to drive trust, efficiency, and innovation. The challenge now is turning regulatory openness into a framework that lets the UK lead. Exciting times. #RezolveAi #AI #CryptoPayments #Stablecoin #Tether #Fintech $RZLV

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Two fifths of UK crypto investors have had payments blocked or delayed by their bank when trying to buy digital assets, according to new research. New research from IG has found that in a survey of UK crypto investors, 40% complained of payment issues from their banking provider. When interventions like these happen, banks generally cite fraud prevention, with some, including Starling Bank, stating explicitly that they will not support crypto transactions. In a separate survey from IG of UK adults, a third supported blocking and delaying crypto transactions, while 42% were opposed. Given the way crypto investing is becoming more mainstream, this situation needs to be resolved with better cyber, compliance and regulatory frameworks being put in place #crypto #regulation #digital

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At some point last year, Regtechs lost all differentiators and became commodities. They have until early-mid 2027 as they fight open source capability acceleration. After that point, margins are dead in tech and up for grabs via trust equity.

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