Tech Intersect™ with Prof Tonya M. Evans Tonya M. Evans

The landscape of business, finance, and law is being changed at an unprecedented rate due to the emergence of Web 3 technologies, crypto assets, and blockchains–all of which have been part of this digital revolution. Anyone positioned to advise investors or innovators should be educated to pivot into fully embracing and being prepared for the new digital economy. These things will impact business leaders, financial professionals, legal professionals, and more. The new digital economy is ...

Although Black and Latino communities lead the national adoption of cryptocurrency, these are not the stories being told in the media. Cleve Mesidor, CEO and Co-Founder of butterscotch Media aims to change that by highlighting the marginalized people fueling this industry and advocating for the policy that drives innovation. She returns to the podcast to discuss her media platform, the upcoming launch of her podcast, and the importance of continuing our fight for policy and regulation in the ...

A common challenge those of us in DeFi face is this idea that we don’t want rules and regulation when in actuality, we just don’t want bad regulation. Policy and regulation are a key part of ensuring that crypto is used how it was intended. Today we’ll be diving into the world of DeFi with Rashan Colbert, Head of Policy at dYdX, as he shares his background working in policy and his vision for how crypto can be used as a powerful tool for financial inclusion. This week, episode 209 of the Tech...

Crypto plays a pivotal role in today’s financial world, influencing global economic landscapes and challenging traditional definitions of money. Noelle Acheson, a seasoned crypto market expert shares on the podcast why it is now more important than ever to start seeing crypto as not just a technology but an important player on the global stage, unpacking the complex relationship between crypto assets and the macro economy. This week, episode 208 of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast is about crypto’...

Technology is advancing faster than we can keep up, leaving lawyers, regulators, and businesses in its wake. Of these three groups, it's up to the lawyers to keep their finger on the pulse and spearhead these education efforts, keeping businesses compliant and advising regulators on potential new risks. Jamilia Grier, international technology lawyer and Founder & CEO of ByteBao joins me today as we discuss best practices in navigating the complex landscapes of global business and emerging...

As we evolve, so do our expectations of our leadership. We no longer praise the authoritarian leadership style but instead celebrate the leaders who take an intentional, collaborative approach with their team. Tony Martignetti, a trusted leadership advisor, dynamic coach, and acclaimed author joins me today as he shares the challenges that today’s leaders face in a rapidly changing environment and how he helps leaders stay grounded and build connections. This week, episode 206 of the Tech Int...