Episode 21 - Campaigning for Change: How Tech Innovators Can Shape the Future of Crypto

Please note that the content of this episode was accurate at the time of recording in August 2023.  In this episode of The Gage, our CEO sits down with Rolf Merchant, Director of strategic advisory firm Audley, to discuss the politics of cryptocurrency. They explore the race among countries to establish themselves as global tech hubs, the need for boldness in policy formation, and the potential approach of the Labour party towards the tech sector and cryptocurrency in the UK. Rolf shares his insights from his fintech background, his work in navigating the intersection of politics, government, and the fintech industry and gives a measured approach to understanding the intersection of politics and cryptocurrency. About Rolf Merchant  Rolf Merchant is a renowned figure in the fields of reputation, communications, policy, and politics. With a strong background in FinTech, Rolf has made significant contributions to the industry. He previously held the position of Head of Public Affairs at Innovate Finance, the industry body for fintech, where he gained extensive experience in navigating the intersection of politics, government, and the fintech sector. Currently, Rolf works at Audley, a boutique consultancy, where he assists clients in dealing with complex issues related to reputation, communications, and policy and politics.  Time stamps [00:00:37] Politics of cryptocurrency. [00:05:34] A blockchain, perhaps. [00:07:20] Technocracy and managerialism. [00:09:06] Bridging the gap through technology. [00:14:05] Shaping the narrative. [00:17:10] Broad sphere of Web 3. [00:19:57] Labour's positioning on tech. [00:21:41] Tech regulation and influence.