As governments and institutions grapple with regulating Layer 1 blockchains, approaches vary widely - from integrating permissionless technologies within structured regulatory environments to favouring permissioned measures for greater oversight.

This panel explores how Layer 1 protocols influence regulatory strategies, examining challenges such as decentralised governance, tax policy complexities, and AML/KYC compliance, as well as how emerging approaches, such as decentralised blockchain protocols, support organisations in achieving their regulatory objectives. What approaches can regulators and industry leaders take to support blockchain innovation and interoperability while safeguarding economic stability and compliance?

Speaker:

Adeline Bachellerie, Deputy Director of Innovation and Financial Market Infrastructures, Banque de France

Alexandre Kech, Chief Executive Officer, Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF)

Jason Rozovsky, Head of Legal & Policy, Interop Labs (Axelar)

Khai Uy Pham, Cross-border Wholesale CBDC Projects Leader, Banque de France

Moderator:

Michelle O'Connor, Vice President of Global Market Expansion and Innovation, Taxbit