The event, held on 27.12.2022 at the University of Haifa and sponsored by the Center for Law and Technology in collaboration with colleagues from Reichman University, focused on the FTX collapse and the broader crisis in the crypto sector.
The conference explored regulatory gaps, financial risks, market failures, the importance of tailored disclosure requirements, and the effects of interest rates on crypto investments. Key topics included the role of governance failures in the FTX affair, challenges in investor protection and licensing, market volatility, and the slow pace of regulatory adaptation. The event highlighted diverse perspectives on policy, enforcement, and strategies to foster a safer, more resilient crypto industry in Israel.