The Digital Asset Regulatory Authority (DARA) strategic advisors shape the vision and practical implementation of guidelines and rules for digital assets worldwide.
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Consortium of Stablecoin Issuers Strategic Advisory Board
COSI oversees the development and educational outreach for those within the stablecoin community to include cryptocurrency exchanges. COSI reviews and addresses specific challenges related to exchange operations, such as market liquidity and integrity, which are essential for maintaining a stable trading environment. COSI's role is crucial in mitigating risks of market manipulation and fraud, thereby protecting investors.
Co-Chair:
Sulaiman Javed
MC/Senior Counsel
JD, MA LDT, NBCT, BMM, CCI
CEO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Legal & Communications, DARA
Committee:
Albert Dadon
Exec. Chair, Ubertas Group
Bourn Collier
Senior Corporate Counsel, BeesMont
Louis Sirico
CTO, Fluidefi
CPA CGMA
Commissioner – Wyoming Stable Token Commission, Governor’s Liaison – Wyoming Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation Technology
Bertram Seitz
CEO, Aryze.io
Jack Nikogosian
Chief G, Aryze.io
Head of Sales and Marketing, Aryze.io
2
Regulatory Structure & Frameworks Advisory Board
The Advisory Group is pivotal in crafting and revising DARA’s regulatory frameworks to ensure they remain relevant and effective in the fast-evolving digital asset market. This committee actively collaborates with industry stakeholders to incorporate their insights, thereby promoting regulations that are both practical and progressive. The necessity of such a committee is underscored by its role in adapting to technological advancements and changing market dynamics, ensuring regulations facilitate innovation while maintaining market integrity.
Co-Chair:
Director of Regulatory Compliance, DARA, Cogent Law Group, Partner
CTO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Strategy, DARA
Committee:
Professor Dr. Dr. h.c.
PhD, MBA, MSc CFE, CFI, CBD, CBA, CSCD, CDFE
CEO/CTO, MyKey Technologies
Wayne Marcel
Head of Growth, FIO Protocol
CFO, Nordic Blockchain Association
Dr W Scott Stornetta
CEO, SureMark
Director and Overseas Representative Washington D.C., Bermuda, Director of Governmental Affairs, DARA
JD, MA LDT, NBCT, BMM, CCI
CEO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Legal & Communications, DARA
Advisory Board Member, Leadership Federation
3
Attorney General & Law Enforcement Advisory Group
The Attorney General Working Group focuses on enhancing understanding and compliance with digital asset regulations through targeted educational initiatives for industry participants and the public. This group plays a crucial role in researching questions related to digital asset regulations and supporting best practices. The importance of continuous education in fostering regulatory compliance and informed participation in the digital asset space is well-documented.
Co-Chair:
Richard Jackson
Deputy Attorney General for Cybersecurity, Technology, and Digital Assets, (Oklahoma, USA), Director of U.S. Intergovernmental Affairs, DARA
JD, MA LDT, NBCT, BMM, CCI
CEO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Legal & Communications, DARA
4
African Digital Asset Modernization Task Force
These groups play a vital role in fostering global cooperation in digital asset regulation. These groups work with international regulatory bodies to harmonize standards and practices, crucial for managing the cross-border nature of digital assets. International collaboration helps in addressing global challenges such as money laundering and cybercrime associated with digital assets.
Co-Chair:
CIPM ll, FIIM, MCI
CTO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Strategy, DARA
Committee:
Blockchain Consultant | Regional Director Africa, Laissez-Faire Group (LFG)
Country Director, AP Capital Investment
5
South American Digital Asset Regulation Task Force
These groups play a vital role in fostering global cooperation in digital asset regulation. These groups work with international regulatory bodies to harmonize standards and practices, crucial for managing the cross-border nature of digital assets. International collaboration helps in addressing global challenges such as money laundering and cybercrime associated with digital assets.
Co-Chair:
Wayne Marcel
Head of Growth, FIO Protocol
CTO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Strategy, DARA
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Asian Digital Asset Regulation Task Force
These groups play a vital role in fostering global cooperation in digital asset regulation. These groups work with international regulatory bodies to harmonize standards and practices, crucial for managing the cross-border nature of digital assets. International collaboration helps in addressing global challenges such as money laundering and cybercrime associated with digital assets.
Co-Chair:
RYO Digital
Founder & Chairman, RYO Digital
Co-Founder & President, RYO Digital
JD, MA LDT, NBCT, BMM, CCI
CEO, Blockchain Legal Institute | Director of Legal & Communications, DARA
CoinHub Japan
Representative Director & General Counsel, CoinHub Japan