About the Policy Forum
The Digital Economy Council of Australia Policy Forum is a dynamic two-day event, driving proactive policy formation and preparing attendees for a regulated digital economy.
Day 1 – Proactive Policy Formation
Day one of the Digital Economy Council of Australia Policy Forum offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital asset regulation. Engage directly with policymakers and contribute to vital policy discussions in focused groups, driving forward the industry’s regulatory framework.
Four specialised focus groups working groups will come together to collaboratively craft targeted elements of a proactive policy submission, directly addressing crucial regulatory considerations from an industry perspective. The focus groups include:
- Custody and Asset Management
- Taxation
- Consumer Protection and Market Integrity
- Balanced, Innovation Friendly and Fit-for-Purpose Regulation
Participants are invited to actively engage in open discussions, sharing ideas with industry peers, stakeholders, and policymakers, thus promoting a cooperative environment for policy development. The day’s agenda is strategically structured to result in the advancement of Australian digital asset regulation, empowering attendees to significantly influence industry standards and regulatory frameworks in advance of further consultations.
Digital Economy Council of Australia welcomes those who wish to actively participate in the focus groups as well as those who wish to be observers.
Day 2 – Preparing for Change
On the second day of the Forum, industry unite to address the transition into a regulated digital economy. The day is dedicated to understanding and overcoming the challenges of new licensing and compliance requirements. Through expert-led presentations and interactive sessions, participants will delve into the legal frameworks and practical strategies needed for businesses to adapt.
This day offers a deep dive into strategic planning and best practices, emphasising how companies can realign their operations to meet regulatory demands. In addition, insights from seasoned policy experts and legal professionals will provide valuable perspectives on adapting across various sectors within the digital economy.
Day two is about equipping attendees with the tools and knowledge for a smooth and effective transition in this evolving regulatory landscape.
In Partnership With
Speakers
Greg Medcraft
AFG/DFCRC/GDF
David Halperin
ASIC
Chengyi Ong
Chainalysis
Jonathan Hatch
ASIC
David Menz
Commonwealth Treasury
Alice Dillon
Immutable
David Seidler
Kraken
Rahul Advani
Ripple
Sean Lee
Crypto Council for Innovation
Ashima Chaudhary
Mastercard
Roger Brown
Chainalysis
Gaurav Johri
AUSTRADE
Kate Cooper
National Australia Bank
Paul Derham
Holley Nethercote Law
Susannah Wilkinson
Herbert Smith Freehills
Martin Gray
BLOCK
Angela Clark
Wallet Nation
Tim Edwards
HopgoodGanim Lawyers
Ed Bunting
Immutable
Steven Nguyen
Hall Chadwick
Scott Waller
EY
Hannah Glass
King & Wood Mallesons
Jackson Zeng
Caleb & Brown
Loretta Joseph
IDAXA
Simon Callaghan
Digital Economy Council of Australia
John Bassilios
Hall & Wilcox
Michael Bacina
Piper Alderman