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In episode 153, we're excited to welcome Professor Tonya Evans, an author, law professor at Penn State specializing in Web3, sought-after consultant, and award-winning tech leader. Oh, and she even testified in front of congress about Web3 regulations. We discuss how Web3 can be key in building more equitable institutions, staying agile in challenging regulatory environments, building inclusion in Web3, and much more.

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Three Key Takeaways

• Historically, economic institutions have not been equitable, with certain individuals and groups disproportionately extracting value at the expense of others. By creating a new rules-based economic system, it can help level the playing field by ensuring everyone plays by the same rules.
• By intentionally including diverse voices in important spaces and conversations, it can go a long way in building a more inclusive Web3. Diverse perspectives bring diverse lived experiences which provide incredible value to projects and organizations, especially in the early stages of building.
• It can be difficult to stay on top of regulatory challenges in a fast-moving sector like Web3, especially for smaller organizations that don't have their own legal departments. Thankfully, there are many fantastic free resources online. Although these may not cover everything, the important thing is to start learning now, and to try and stay on top of developments as best as you can. The longer you wait, the harder it will be.

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Follow Tonya and Learn More

• Tonya - Twitter
• Tonya - LinkedIn
• Advantage Evans Academy
• Digital Money Demystified Book

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Episode Time Stamps

02:10 - What was your "Ah hah" moment that first got you excited about cryptocurrency and web3?

05:50 - You have incredible experience as a law professor at Penn State, a sought-after consultant, and award-winning tech leader. Tell me about your work and why you decided to focus in on Web3.

08:45 - It's no secret that financial institutions have not historically been equitable. How can Web3 help address this?

11:20 - The Web3 space, and the tech sector more broadly, has traditionally been male dominated. What steps need to be taken to build a more inclusive Web3?

16:45 - I understand that you recently testified in front of congress about Web3; how was that experience?

20:00 - What should Web3 builders be aware of regarding the regulatory environment now and into the future? How can they prepare for regulatory changes and remain agile.

23:50 - I understand that you recently released a new book called "Digital Money Demystified". Do you mind giving listeners a sneak peak at what's included in the book?

28:40 - What key steps need to be taken in the coming years to ensure crypto can truly help level the economic playing field.

32:15 - What's the best way for listeners to learn more about your work and get in touch?

33:45 - To wrap things up, if you could name one thing that excites you most about the social impact potential of web3, what would it be and why?

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