Lorraine Mastersmith
Firm Managing Partner
On-demand webinar
Published10 May 2021
Blockchain webinar series | Crypto trading platforms: Legal developments
CPD/CLE:
2
minute read
Crypto asset trading platforms, also known as "cryptocurrency exchanges," are popular ways for investors to buy and sell various crypto assets, such as bitcoin and ether. This panel discussion focused on several key legal and regulatory developments, both in Canada and around the world, relating to such platforms.
The panel will also discuss the recently-issued CSA/IIROC Staff Notice 21-329 – Guidance for Crypto-Asset Trading Platforms: Compliance with Regulatory Requirements (March 29, 2021), including its legal and practical implications.
Speakers
- Usman Sheikh - Partner & National Head - Blockchain & Smart Contract Group, Gowling WLG
- Lorraine Mastersmith - Partner, Gowling WLG
- Lilya Tessler - Partner, Sidley Austin LLP
This on-demand webinar is part of our 2021 Blockchain Webinar Series. Watch more from the series »
*This program is eligible for up to 1 hour of substantive CPD credits with the LSO, LSBC and in Quebec, and may be eligible for up to 1 hour of CPD/CLE credits in other jurisdictions.
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