Block & Order
Welcome to Block & Order, the podcast that tries to bring order to the manic pace of legal news in the world of web3. Join hosts Moish Peltz and Kyle Lawrence, Partners and Co-Chairs of the Digital Assets Practice Group at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman, as they break down the latest legal news in blockchain, Web3, and technology.
Please note that this show is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is not legal advice. Please hire your own attorney. The hosts or guests appearing on Block and Order may hold cryptocurrency, NFTs, or other digital assets from companies mentioned during our programming. This possession of digital assets does not constitute a professional endorsement, legal advice, or financial advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with their own legal and financial advisors for personalized guidance in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
Episodes
56 episodes
Autonomous AI, Crypto Infrastructure & the Future of the Internet with Adam Sternbach
Adam Sternbach, VP of Legal at Yuma AI, joins Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz to explore the rapidly evolving intersection of AI, blockchain infrastructure, and decentralized systems. Adam explains how Yuma AI and the Bittensor network are buildi...
From Chatbots to AI Agents: Wei Chen Weighs in on What Lawyers Must Know Now
Wei Chen, Chief Legal Officer at Infoblox and Founder of the Atticus Project, joins hosts Kyle and Moish to explore agentic systems and how AI is transforming legal workflows, internet infrastructure, and global regulation. She breaks down how ...
Navigating Crypto Regulation, Compliance & Risk at Scale feat. Adrian Wall
How can businesses effectively manage compliance and risk as digital asset adoption accelerates?Adrian Wall of Digital Sovereignty Alliance joins Block & Order hosts Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz to provide a comprehensive overview o...
Building The Bitcoin Balance Sheet for Businesses feat Sovreign CEO Brandon Karpeles
What does it really take for businesses to add Bitcoin to their balance sheets, and why does it matter now more than ever? Brandon Karpeles, CEO of Sovereign, sits down with Block & Order hosts Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz to unpack the pr...
Why The Open Internet Matters for Blockchain: Lee Schneider on Avalanche’s Advocacy
In this insightful episode, Lee Schneider, General Counsel at Ava Labs (the company behind Avalanche), joins hosts Kyle and Moish to explore how blockchain companies balance innovation with compliance, global regulatory alignment, the importanc...
The 10x Lawyer: How AI Is Reshaping Law feat. Zack Shapiro
In this insightful episode, Zack Shapiro, Founder of Raines LLP and recognized thought leader in AI and law, joins hosts Kyle and Moish for a revealing discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession. They explore...
Decrypting Crypto Forensics feat. Mark DiMichael
In this episode of Block & Order, Kyle and Moish welcome Mark DiMichael, Partner at Citrin Cooperman in the Valuation and Forensic Services Group and founder of the firm’s Digital Assets practice, for a conversation on crypto forensics and ...
Inside Kraken: Navigating Crypto Law, Regulation & AI feat. Ben Gray
In this episode of Block & Order, Kyle and Moish welcome Ben Gray, Chief Legal Officer at Kraken, for a deep dive into the legal, regulatory, and technological challenges facing major crypto exchanges today. Ben shares insights on how Krake...
Crypto is the Most Auditable Asset feat. Steven Baum
In this episode of Block & Order, Kyle and Moish are joined by Steven Baum, Managing Director at CBIZ and co-leader of its Digital Assets & Blockchain practice, to unpack crypto auditing and financial reporting. Steven explains why bloc...
Why Stablecoins Win with Carlo D’Angelo
In this episode, Kyle and Moish sit down with Carlo D'Angelo, defense attorney turned stablecoin consultant, to explore stablecoins and how the GENIUS Act is reshaping payments, banking, and U.S. financial leadership. Carlo explains why stablec...
Building on Layer 1 with Jennie Levin: Algorand, Policy Shifts & Tokenization’s Future
In this episode, Kyle and Moish talk with Jennie Levin, the Chief Legal and Operating Officer of the Algorand Foundation, about the evolving regulatory climate that is reshaping tokenization, stablecoins, and institutional adoption. Jennie expl...
Reddit Sues Perplexity, Counter-Strike 2 Skins Market Crash, Kalshi v. NY, CZ Pardon & More
In this Election Day edition of Block and Order, Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz kick off with SEC Chair Atkins’ proposed “innovation exemption,” a sandbox-style framework meant to move crypto oversight from ad hoc enforcement to formal rulemakin...
How Much Is That Token Worth? feat. Neil Thakur
In this episode of Block and Order, Kyle and Moish chat with valuation expert Neil Thakur of Teknos Associates to unpack the art—and science—of figuring out crypto value. Neil shares what it’s like helping projects all over the world figure out...
SEC/CFTC Turf Wars, Tokenized Stocks, Anthropic's $1.5B AI Copyright Settlement and More! #43
Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz kick off this episode of Block and Order with a look at the growing rivalry between the SEC and CFTC, and what their latest moves could mean for the crypto industry and everyone building in it. They dig into NASDAQ...
Project Crypto, SEC vs Ripple Aftermath, Nathaniel Chastain Freed and AI Age Detection – #42
We're back! Hosts Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz break down the SEC’s bold Project Crypto speech and what it means for U.S. blockchain leadership, examine the surprising end of the SEC vs. Ripple case, and discuss what’s next now that legal clar...
Bitcoin Breaks Records, Lummis Crypto Tax Bill, Robinhood Stock Tokens, and Tornado Cash - #41
Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz kick off this episode of Block and Order by discussing Bitcoin’s historic run to new highs and the persistent “it’s too expensive” sentiment. They also tackle Robinhood’s controversial tokenized stocks and OpenAI’s...
Securing the Future: Bitcoin Custody, Regulation, and DeFi Innovation feat. Bill Barhydt - #40
In this episode of Block & Order, hosts Kyle and Moish sit down with Bill Barhydt, CEO of Abra, for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of crypto. They dive into how individuals and companies are thinking about Bitcoin custody, wha...
Policy in Progress feat. Solana Policy Institute's Kristin Smith - #39
In this episode of Block & Order, hosts Kyle and Moish sit down with Kristin Smith, president of the Solana Policy Institute, to talk about what’s really happening with crypto policy in Washington, D.C. Kristen shares behind-the-scenes insi...
Wealth, Wisdom & Web3: Estate Planning for the Bitcoin Generation feat. Matt McClintock - #38
In this episode of Block and Order, hosts Kyle and Moish chat with Matt McClintock, founder of Bespoke Group, about estate planning, wealth preservation, and asset protection in the world of Bitcoin and digital assets. Drawing from his experien...
Bitcoin 2025, Coinbase, Ripple, Punks IP, PumpFun, MicroStrategy, Trump Crypto + More! - #37
In this episode of Block and Order, hosts Kyle and Moish dive into their experience at the massive Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas and break down the latest shakeups in the crypto legal world. They unpack major stories like the Coinbase cu...
Bankrupt Crypto Organizations feat. Kara Bruce, Chris Odinet, & Andrea Tosato - #36
In this episode of Block and Order, hosts Kyle and Moish chat with professors Kara Bruce, Chris Odinet, and Andrea Tosato about how bankruptcy law fits into the world of crypto and DAOs. They break down the unique legal challenges these decentr...
Crypto Market Structure Bill, New Hampshire, App Store, CryptoPunk Whale, Peaky Binders + More - #35
In this episode of Block and Order, hosts Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz break down major developments in the crypto space, including a proposed bill that could shift regulatory oversight from the SEC to the CFTC, New Hampshire’s move to allow s...
Onchain and On Message: PR and Communications in the Crypto Industry feat. Kelley Weaver - #34
On this episode of Block and Order, Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz chat with Kelley Weaver, the CEO of Melrose PR, about all things crypto, PR, and how the media landscape is shifting. Kelley talks about how she got into crypto public relations,...
Digital Chamber, Deel, NFTs, BitMEX + More! - #33
In this episode of Block and Order, Kyle Lawrence and Moish Peltz share their takeaways from a whirlwind trip to Washington D.C. for the Digital Chamber Blockchain Summit. They talk about the growing bipartisan push to bring clearer rules to th...
Crypto Mavericks: Secrets for Traders & Aspiring Crypto Founders feat. Zeneca - #32
In this episode of Block and Order, Kyle and Moish sit down with Zeneca for a fun and insightful chat about the wild world of NFTs and crypto. Zeneca opens up about his journey from poker tables to becoming a go-to voice in the crypto scene. He...