Season 1 Episode 13:

A Year of Change: Navigating New Rules in Securities, Crypto, and Financial Markets

A year of regulatory change has reshaped how businesses approach securities, fintech, and digital assets in the U.S. In this anniversary episode, Hazvinei Mugwagwa and Jephte Lanthia reflect on what shifted, where clarity emerged, and why adaptability is now a core business skill.

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In this episode of the Under the Basswood Tree podcast, Hazvinei Mugwagwa and Jephte Lanthia reflect on a year marked by significant regulatory change across securities, fintech, and digital assets. They discuss how the U.S. has moved toward a more market-friendly, clarity-driven approach — and what that means for businesses planning ahead. From stablecoin frameworks to the future of tokenization, AI-driven lending risks, and the realities facing minority investors, this conversation offers grounded guidance to help organizations navigate a fast-moving environment with confidence. 

This episode covers:

  • How the U.S. shifted from regulation by enforcement to clearer, policy-driven frameworks

  • What leadership changes at the SEC signal for capital markets, IPOs, and enforcement priorities

  • Why crypto and digital assets are seeing increased clarity through legislation and coordinated agency action

  • The impact of the GENIUS Act and stablecoin frameworks on market confidence and innovation

  • The risks of assuming deregulation equals no enforcement—especially for FCPA and compliance obligations

  • How businesses and investors should stay nimble amid rapid policy shifts and political change

Host: Jephte Lanthia

Jephte Lanthia advises on corporate and securities, fintech, and compliance, assisting fund managers with investments, securities offerings, broker-dealer regulation, and industry compliance matters.

Host: Hazvinei Mugwagwa

Hazvinei approaches deal-making and transactions like soccer, valuing teamwork and achieving success when every participant brings their best effort to deliver optimal outcomes on and off the field.

If this episode resonates with what you’re working through, contact info@basswoodcounsel.com. We’ll help you bring clarity to the key decisions, risks, and priorities, with the right support across our complementary practice areas.

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