The DeFi Defender: Carlo D’Angelo on Crypto Crime, Money Mules & Building On-Chain Identity

Beyond the Code

In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Carlo D’Angelo, the "DeFi Defender," a veteran criminal defense lawyer turned crypto law expert. Carlo shares his fascinating journey—from his early days as a public defender in Florida to becoming a key figure in the crypto legal community. He dives into his current work defending "money mules" caught in crypto fraud schemes, shedding light on the human cost of transnational crime and the complexities of U.S. prosecution policies. The conversation also explores the vibrant crypto lawyer community, the evolution of NFTs, and the seismic shift in U.S. crypto regulation under the current administration. Carlo offers an optimistic outlook on blockchain’s future, from tokenized assets to a national Bitcoin reserve, urging listeners to seize the moment in this "crypto renaissance." Tune in for an insider’s take on law, tech, and the blockchain revolution.

Carlo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-d-angelo-425756a/

Carlo on X: https://x.com/TheDeFiDefender

Carlo's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/carlodangelo

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https://defidefenselawyer.com/

https://dangelolegal.com/