the LaLa Pete Show: Recent Episodes

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Its my version of class: a unique blend of financial literacy, motivational speaking, laughs & spirituality geared toward black people. Make peace. Make joy. Make that mind money baby.

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“The Financial Soundness Indicators (FSIs) during the pandemic: a tale of resilience" published by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) analyzes the financial soundness indicators (FSIs) of a sample of 27 advanced and emerging market economies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The economics of central bank digital currencies" published by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) provides an in-depth analysis of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from an economic perspective.

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Overall, the relationship between cryptocurrency and climate and energy policies is complex and evolving. As these policies continue to evolve, it is important for the cryptocurrency industry to adapt and innovate to ensure its long-term sustainability.

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We experienced the second and third largest bank failures since 2008, perhaps, in history, this past week. Do you think significant bank failures indicate the beginning, or the end, of an era?

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Executive Order (EO) 14067 directed the Office of Science and Technology Policy to produce a technical evaluation to facilitate and support the introduction of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) system in the United States (U.S.), should one be proposed.

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This report is a response to Section 8(b)(iii) of the Executive Order and pertains to the competitiveness of U.S. industry in digital assets, in particular how the United States can both reinforce leadership in the global financial system as well as foster technological and economic competitiveness.

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This report reviews the current U.S. system of money and payments, including developments in instant payments and stablecoins. It also describes design choices for a potential U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

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The United States derives significant economic and national security benefits from the central role that the United States dollar and United States financial institutions and markets play in the global financial system.

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Regulating the Crypto EcoSystem, The Case of the Unbacked Crypto Assets. A document from the IMF to its member agencie.

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The Build Back Better Act, which was signed into law by President Biden in November 2021, included amendments to IRS tax code 6050I and 6045 with regards to digital assets.

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In June 2022 the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision issued its second consultation on the prudential treatment of banks’ exposures to cryptoassets. The Committee has now finalised its prudential standard, which has been endorsed by the Committee’s oversight body, the Group of Governors and Heads of Supervision. This document sets out the final standard which the Committee has agreed to implement by 1 January 2025.

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MiCA framework introduces significant regulatory control and oversight of previously unregulated areas of a crypto-asset industry. Complying with MiCA, however, may present challenges, especially for DeFi.MiCA focuses on the issuance of crypto-assets and the provision of crypto-asset services. The most stringent requirements are reserved for stablecoins that are designated by the European Banking Authority as significant.

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Today is the first episode of Season 3 of the LaLa Pete podcast. I’ll talk about how I got to the point where I spend all my time researching crypto.

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A reset.

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An entertaining meeting between the House and the SEC.

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MiCa Markets in CryptoAsset Regulatory Framework.

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The beginning of Legislation

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The Bank for International Settlements 2022 Economic Report

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Catch up with the LaLa Pete.

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I accidentally almost attended an NFT launch party.

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We’re as close to a cashless society, as I have ever seen.

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Crypto is an amazing opportunity to change your life.

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Why Crypto partnerships are key.

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The key to adoption is legislation.

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Understanding the financial implications of utility and use case.

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We’re too early to be fixated on price.

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The price, this early on, is not a long term factor.

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I wanted to make sure my experience and education were an asset to my own understanding.

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Summarizing my experience at a government finance officers conference during a session on blockchain.

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I attended a conference session on Blockchain in Government.

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The widespread adoption of crypto assets is here.

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Everywhere I look, I see the evidence, of a change in systems.

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I’m sharing information and strategies that can help navigate a bear market.

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A discussion on the widespread adoption of cryptoassets.

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Summary and introduction to one of my favorite books related to financial literacy: The Richest Man in Babylon by George Clason

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The widespread adoption of cryptoassets is here. Let’s talk about it.

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Understand CryptoCurrency or get left behind.

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A continued discussion about what I’ve learned so far about cryptocurrency. I talk about why my perspective on cryptocurrency is bullish. I briefly examine it’s use cases, solutions, and the real world problem it solves. When asked, “What does Crypto bring to the world?”, one answer is green, innovative financial solutions that do not currently exist, that cause market disruption, that bring value, and increase efficiency for consumers, and industry

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Today I discuss what I discovered about one crypto in particular that changed my perspective on cryptocurrency as a whole. I briefly examine it’s use cases, solutions, and the real world problem it solves. When asked, “What does Crypto bring to the world?”, one answer is green, innovative financial solutions that do not currently exist, that cause market disruption, that bring value, and increase efficiency for consumers, and industry.


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Imagine a global alternative to all financial services using a smart phone and the Internet. Imagine a new kind of financial freedom.


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Today’s episode is a discussion about cryptocurrency, it’s origins, characteristics, and developing an investment strategy.


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Why CryptoLiteracy?


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