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Back to SearchEpisode 8: No U.S. Persons Allowed!
Episode 8
One of the top questions I get from aspiring digital asset fund managers is: How do I access non-US exchanges or token projects that bar US person participation? Unfortunately, the unsatisfying answe…
Published on 2 years, 7 months ago
Episode 7: 3…(c)…(1) Counting!
Episode 7
This episode covers the rules for counting beneficial owners under section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act. Tune in to find out about the differences between a 3(c)(1) fund and a 3(c)(7) fund, …
Published on 2 years, 7 months ago
Episode 6: 2022 Year-End 360° Overview
Episode 6
In this episode, we summarize the most interesting developments in the digital asset and private fund regulatory world from 2022, before highlighting some periodic reminders and upcoming deadlines th…
Published on 2 years, 8 months ago
Episode 5: What About the CFTC?
Episode 5
This episode offers a broad overview of the CFTC and how its rules might apply to Digital Asset Fund Managers.
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Why you may also be a commodity pool operator if you are a …Published on 2 years, 8 months ago
Episode 4: But Is It A Security?
Episode 4
Many of the laws that we’ve discussed on this show hinge on whether the assets you’re investing in are securities. So, we’ve decided to clearly define securities for you, while assessing if it’s a go…
Published on 2 years, 8 months ago
Episode 3: FTX Fallout
Episode 3
Today, we bring you an impromptu episode, packed with Tokens of Wisdom on how to navigate the recent FTX fallout. If your fund has assets stuck on FTX, what should you be thinking about?
Key Points F…
Published on 2 years, 8 months ago
Episode 2: Navigating the Investment Advisers Act
Episode 2
If you’re an aspiring fund manager looking to launch a fund, in this episode, we explain how to navigate the Investment Advisers Act and related state laws. We break down why you need to register as …
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago
Episode 1: Private Fund Legislative Overview
Episode 1
In this introductory episode, Dave gives a high-level overview of the main legislation that governs a private fund business: the Securities Act (which governs the sale of interests in your fund to in…
Published on 2 years, 9 months ago