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Digital Dollar w/ CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo ("Crypto Dad")

J. Christopher Giancarlo "Crypto Dad" & Emily R. Grace Season 4 Episode 1

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First came the digitization of Information - the Internet. Chris Giancarlo, Former Chairman of the CFTC, joins me on the Stage to discuss the Digitization of Things of Value - cryptocurrency and digital currency. Chris believes that we are going to look back and see this resulting in as big a change, if not bigger, than the internet. Chris predicts that "our children will be using digital assets during their lifetime as a medium of both exchange, of savings, of holding of assets...that will be digitized as well."
Who do you know who would benefit from a meeting with me, my family engagement team, or Senior Investment Strategist to help them through the transitions in their life? Have them email or call me at Emily.Grace@Bernstein.com or 212-756-1951. I’ve helped people through many acts by helping them plan and invest in a straightforward and values driven manner. I will ask them some questions and then we’ll sit down to talk about what they should be doing given their current stage in life.  

About Stages 
Stages explores the moments that shape families over time - offering perspective, clarity, and practical frameworks for navigating life’s transitions with intention. 

About the Host 
Emily Grace works with dynamic families as they navigate complex life stages, helping parents and individuals step back, clarify priorities, and make thoughtful decisions amid complexity. Her work focuses on long-term readiness, earned independence, and supporting families through transitions where financial resources are present - but not the point.

If this episode prompted reflection or raised questions about a stage you or your family is navigating, you’re welcome to reach Emily at emily.grace@bernstein.com.