78: Jake Chervinsky on Crypto Law, Policy Battles, and Stablecoin Clarity
In this episode, Yitzy sits down with Jake Chervinsky — currently Chief Legal Officer at Variant, and previously Chief Policy Officer at the Blockchain Association - one of the most recognizable voices in crypto law and policy.
From his early days as a litigator at Baker McKenzie to his transition into crypto Twitter threads, DeFi, and policy advocacy in Washington, Jake’s journey offers an insider’s look at how law, innovation, and regulation collide.
We cover:
Jake’s path from mock trial competitions to Big Law and eventually into the heart of crypto;
His move from courtroom litigation to…
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