The field of crypto is often misunderstood, being considered as risky, difficult to access and fraught with challenges. This has been compounded by the unpredictability of crypto market rates as well as high-profile scandals, and many traditional financial institutions still have concerns over this field. However, as cryptocurrencies as a financial tool is undoubtedly here to stay, this critical discussion focuses the reality behind these risks, and what crypto firms can do to allay these fears.

• Why is a strong compliance strategy specifically important in the crypto field, what additional value does this offer, and how can you create this?
• Addressing concerns and common TradFi perception around crypto – busting the myths
• How will new regulations in financial crime more generally or specific to crypto (MICA, The Travel Rule, AMLA) help maintain the shift towards greater mainstream acceptance?