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ResetI advise and support startups and companies in implementing their innovative business models, especially within the DLT/FinTech and financial sector. Unlike traditional litigation lawyers, what I love about my work is the opportunity to play an active role in shaping a company’s growth and development. I guide my clients from the initial idea through to their operational business, focusing on the realisation of their vision.
The structure at Zürcher Rechtsanwälte allows me to work efficiently and very closely with my clients, enabling me to offer highly competitive rates in the DLT/FinTech sector.
My legal work typically begins with an in-depth analysis of the client’s business model (from a technical, economic and regulatory perspective). Especially in the DLT/FinTech sector, it is essential to thoroughly understand the technical nuances of the business model and to dive into specific details – such as money flows, control over transactions and/or admin keys or the functioning of smart contracts in blockchain projects. To address these aspects comprehensively, I have a lot of interesting discussions with my clients and hold frequent meetings.
Switzerland, with its clear and robust regulation in the DLT/FinTech sector, continues to be an attractive hub for innovative startups and companies worldwide. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) established a solid legal framework for token issuance through its ICO guidelines in 2018, positioning Switzerland as a leading jurisdiction for DLT/FinTech projects to this day.
A few years ago, I supported numerous Layer 1 blockchain projects with PoW or PoS consensus mechanisms, which came to Switzerland, often seeking structures similar to the Ethereum Foundation, which is based in Zug (Switzerland). Currently, we are seeing a shift toward projects in the DeFi sector and the tokenisation of real-world assets (RWA), bridging traditional finance with DLT-technology.
I am currently working on a platform for the tokenisation of shares under Swiss law. This platform will allow SMEs to raise capital on the capital market more efficiently and enable easier transferability of tokenised shares on exchanges. This is possible in Switzerland since the introduction of ledger-based securities (tokenised shares) into Swiss law in 2021.
The complexity of crypto assets is still due to the underlying DLT technology and its digital nature, which is still difficult for many people to understand. Education on blockchain technology is, therefore, essential. Personally, I try to contribute to this education through regular publications in legal journals. I am also currently working on a doctoral thesis on a topic at the intersection of financial market law and DLT-technology (asset tokens under Swiss financial regulations), with the aim of improving the understanding of this topic in the legal field.
I anticipate that an increasing number of institutions will enter the market in the near future, driving a higher level of professionalism across the crypto industry. Consequently, regulation will continue to be a critical factor for DLT/FinTech startups, as well as established corporations, in the years to come.
In Switzerland, we are fortunate to have a very solid legal framework for blockchain projects. In addition, with the Crypto Valley in Zug (Switzerland) – where such major blockchain foundations as Ethereum, Solana and Cardano have their legal seat – we have a dynamic blockchain hub that continues to attract numerous tech companies and startups. However, it is essential to remain mindful of other relevant regulations when advising clients. For example, I am frequently in contact with my colleagues in the EU/EEA (particularly in Liechtenstein) when services are planned for the EU/EEA market, where MICA regulations apply.
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