(Webcast) Ransomware, Cryptocurrency and Sanctions: Emerging Trends

This program will focus on the implications of recent regulatory actions related to ransomware and cryptocurrency risks, including the recent OFAC designation of cryptocurrency exchange SUEX OTC, S.R.O. An expert panel will address the issue from different perspectives, including a regulator perspective, a law enforcement perspective, a law firm investigating a ransomware case, and the perspective of a cryptocurrency firm.

Program Fee:
$49 for Members | $99 for Nonmembers

Moderator:

Brandon C. Smith
Americas Head of Sanctions, Credit Suisse

Faculty:

Erez Liebermann
Linklaters

Michael Tzitzikalakis
Supervisory Special Agent, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
New York Field Office, Department of Homeland Security

Minakshi Yerra
Senior Director, BSA & Sanctions (BSA & OFAC Officer), Ripple

Kyle Armstrong
FBI Supervisory Special Agent
Executive Services Squad

1:00 pm – 1:05 pm 
Introduction of Speakers

1:05 pm – 1:20 pm  
Background of Ransomware, Cryptocurrency, and the Role of Regulatory Agencies

1:20 pm – 1:30 pm   
OFAC Designation of Suex – Potential risks / Sanctions challenges, How to Mitigate for Cryptocurrency, and Implications

1:30 pm – 1:40 pm 
Treasury Perspective – Increased Attention by FinCEN and Other Regulators towards Cryptocurrency and Ransomware Risks

1:40 pm – 1:55 pm
Bank / Exchange Perspective – Past Enforcement Actions and How to Comply with Regulatory Guidance

1:55 pm – 2:15 pm  
Law Firm Perspective – How to Effectively Manage a Ransomware Case

2:15 pm – 2:35 pm 
Law Enforcement Perspective – How Can Cryptocurrency Firms Protect Against Ransomware Risks and Will Increasing Regulatory Attention Lead to More Successful Outcomes?

2:35 pm – 2:45 pm
The Way Forward – How Will Regulatory Guidance and Ransomware Risks associated with Cryptocurrency Evolve in the Future? 

2:45 pm – 3:00 pm
Questions & Answers

New York: 2.0 Professional Practice
New Jersey: 2.0 General
California: 2.0 General
Pennsylvania: 1.5 General
Connecticut: Available to Licensed Attorneys

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