Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
What's next for crypto in Australia and globally?
This expert panel from AusCryptoCon dives into the hottest industry trends, challenges, and opportunities. Hear from Harrison Dell (Caden Legal, Black Sheep), Amanda (Swyftx), Omer Muhammad (DigitalX), and Lisa Wade (DECA) as they discuss the future of crypto regulation, real-world asset tokenization, emerging security threats, and the path to mainstream adoption.
Discover what's hot in the Aussie crypto scene, the role of education, and the vision for a more accessible and innovative digital economy
[0:06] Panelist Introductions: Harrison Dell (Caden Legal, Black Sheep Exchange) - Harrison Dell introduces himself, his crypto tax law firm, and his new exchange, Black Sheep, focused on user on-ramping and off-ramping.
[1:38] Panelist Introductions: Amanda (Swyftx Exchange) - Amanda introduces herself as Deputy General Counsel at Swyftx, highlighting Swyftx as a top Australian exchange.
[2:22] Panelist Introductions: Omar Muhammad (DigitalX - Bitcoin ETF) - Omer Muhammad introduces himself as General Manager of Technology and DeFi at DigitalX, mentioning their Bitcoin ETF launch on the ASX.
[2:48] Panelist Introductions: Lisa Wade (Digital Economy Council of Australia - DECA) - Lisa Wade introduces herself as Chair of the Digital Economy Council of Australia (DECA), the peak body for crypto in Australia.
[3:35] Industry Direction: Regulation, Innovation & Consumer Demand (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade kicks off the discussion, emphasizing the industry's move towards regulation, driven by Bitcoin ETF success and consumer demand.
[4:18] Crypto Access & User On-Ramps: Breaking Down Geeky Terms for Mass Adoption (Harrison Dell) - Harrison Dell discusses the need to improve crypto access and user on-ramps for mainstream adoption, beyond regulatory discussions.
[5:06] Regulation & Consumer Safety: Balancing Innovation with User Protection (Harrison Dell) - Harrison emphasizes that regulation should enable safe access and consumer protection without stifling innovation and freedom.
[6:16] Sustainability of Exchange Revenue Models & User Fees (Harrison Dell) - Harrison questions the long-term sustainability of exchange revenue models relying on high user fees, hinting at fee compression.
[6:52] Regulation & Education: Intertwined for Responsible Crypto Adoption (Amanda) - Amanda highlights the intertwined nature of regulation and education, emphasizing the need for informed consumers and responsible adoption.
[8:18] Future of Crypto Regulation in Australia: Global Benchmarks & Industry Engagement (Omer Muhammad) - Omar discusses the future of crypto regulation in Australia, referencing global benchmarks like MiCA and the need for industry and consumer engagement.
[9:59] Blockchain Technology Solving Real-World Problems Beyond Australia: Tokenization & Liquidity (Omer Muhammad) - Omar discusses blockchain's broader potential to solve real-world problems beyond Australia, focusing on real-world asset tokenization for liquidity.
[11:26] Real World Asset Tokenization: Securitization & Democratizing Finance (Omer Muhammad) - Omar elaborates on real-world asset tokenization, comparing it to securitization and its potential to democratize access to finance.
[12:29] DECA & Real World Asset Tokenization: Scaling Up for Mainstream Adoption (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade discusses DECA's focus on real-world asset tokenization, highlighting 2024 as the year of scaling up for mainstream adoption.
[14:59] Financial Freedom & Instantaneous Payments: Crypto Use Cases Beyond Finance (Amanda) - Amanda emphasizes financial freedom as a core value of crypto and highlights use cases like instantaneous payments with Stellar.
[16:10] Tap & Pay Fees & Disruption Potential: Democratizing Payment Fees (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade discusses the Epiphany of Solana phone and Tap & Pay fees, seeing crypto's potential to disrupt traditional payment networks and democratize fees.
[17:56] Australian Crypto Adoption: Trailblazers & Fast Followers - Swyftx Research (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade presents Swyftx research highlighting significant crypto adoption in Australia (11.35M users) and the "fast follower" mentality.
[20:30] Magic Wand for Australian Crypto Industry: Bringing Offshore Talent Home & Innovation Hubs (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade shares her "magic wand" wish: bringing back offshore talent, fostering innovation hubs, and supporting industry growth.
[20:51] Barriers to Innovation in Australia: Regulation & Tax Disadvantages (Lisa Wade, Harrison Dell) - Panel discusses regulatory and tax barriers hindering crypto innovation in Australia, leading to talent and business migration.
[22:51] Tax Burden & Investor Impact: R&D Grants vs. Operational Taxes (Omar Muhammad) - Omar highlights the tax burden on crypto businesses, questioning the effectiveness of R&D grants compared to operational tax disadvantages.
What's next for crypto in Australia and globally?
This expert panel from AusCryptoCon dives into the hottest industry trends, challenges, and opportunities. Hear from Harrison Dell (Caden Legal, Black Sheep), Amanda (Swyftx), Omer Muhammad (DigitalX), and Lisa Wade (DECA) as they discuss the future of crypto regulation, real-world asset tokenization, emerging security threats, and the path to mainstream adoption.
Discover what's hot in the Aussie crypto scene, the role of education, and the vision for a more accessible and innovative digital economy
[0:06] Panelist Introductions: Harrison Dell (Caden Legal, Black Sheep Exchange) - Harrison Dell introduces himself, his crypto tax law firm, and his new exchange, Black Sheep, focused on user on-ramping and off-ramping.
[1:38] Panelist Introductions: Amanda (Swyftx Exchange) - Amanda introduces herself as Deputy General Counsel at Swyftx, highlighting Swyftx as a top Australian exchange.
[2:22] Panelist Introductions: Omar Muhammad (DigitalX - Bitcoin ETF) - Omer Muhammad introduces himself as General Manager of Technology and DeFi at DigitalX, mentioning their Bitcoin ETF launch on the ASX.
[2:48] Panelist Introductions: Lisa Wade (Digital Economy Council of Australia - DECA) - Lisa Wade introduces herself as Chair of the Digital Economy Council of Australia (DECA), the peak body for crypto in Australia.
[3:35] Industry Direction: Regulation, Innovation & Consumer Demand (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade kicks off the discussion, emphasizing the industry's move towards regulation, driven by Bitcoin ETF success and consumer demand.
[4:18] Crypto Access & User On-Ramps: Breaking Down Geeky Terms for Mass Adoption (Harrison Dell) - Harrison Dell discusses the need to improve crypto access and user on-ramps for mainstream adoption, beyond regulatory discussions.
[5:06] Regulation & Consumer Safety: Balancing Innovation with User Protection (Harrison Dell) - Harrison emphasizes that regulation should enable safe access and consumer protection without stifling innovation and freedom.
[6:16] Sustainability of Exchange Revenue Models & User Fees (Harrison Dell) - Harrison questions the long-term sustainability of exchange revenue models relying on high user fees, hinting at fee compression.
[6:52] Regulation & Education: Intertwined for Responsible Crypto Adoption (Amanda) - Amanda highlights the intertwined nature of regulation and education, emphasizing the need for informed consumers and responsible adoption.
[8:18] Future of Crypto Regulation in Australia: Global Benchmarks & Industry Engagement (Omer Muhammad) - Omar discusses the future of crypto regulation in Australia, referencing global benchmarks like MiCA and the need for industry and consumer engagement.
[9:59] Blockchain Technology Solving Real-World Problems Beyond Australia: Tokenization & Liquidity (Omer Muhammad) - Omar discusses blockchain's broader potential to solve real-world problems beyond Australia, focusing on real-world asset tokenization for liquidity.
[11:26] Real World Asset Tokenization: Securitization & Democratizing Finance (Omer Muhammad) - Omar elaborates on real-world asset tokenization, comparing it to securitization and its potential to democratize access to finance.
[12:29] DECA & Real World Asset Tokenization: Scaling Up for Mainstream Adoption (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade discusses DECA's focus on real-world asset tokenization, highlighting 2024 as the year of scaling up for mainstream adoption.
[14:59] Financial Freedom & Instantaneous Payments: Crypto Use Cases Beyond Finance (Amanda) - Amanda emphasizes financial freedom as a core value of crypto and highlights use cases like instantaneous payments with Stellar.
[16:10] Tap & Pay Fees & Disruption Potential: Democratizing Payment Fees (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade discusses the Epiphany of Solana phone and Tap & Pay fees, seeing crypto's potential to disrupt traditional payment networks and democratize fees.
[17:56] Australian Crypto Adoption: Trailblazers & Fast Followers - Swyftx Research (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade presents Swyftx research highlighting significant crypto adoption in Australia (11.35M users) and the "fast follower" mentality.
[20:30] Magic Wand for Australian Crypto Industry: Bringing Offshore Talent Home & Innovation Hubs (Lisa Wade) - Lisa Wade shares her "magic wand" wish: bringing back offshore talent, fostering innovation hubs, and supporting industry growth.
[20:51] Barriers to Innovation in Australia: Regulation & Tax Disadvantages (Lisa Wade, Harrison Dell) - Panel discusses regulatory and tax barriers hindering crypto innovation in Australia, leading to talent and business migration.
[22:51] Tax Burden & Investor Impact: R&D Grants vs. Operational Taxes (Omar Muhammad) - Omar highlights the tax burden on crypto businesses, questioning the effectiveness of R&D grants compared to operational tax disadvantages.
