Beyond the Code

By Yitzy Hammer

Welcome to Beyond the Code, the podcast where we dive into the legal, regulatory, and ethical issues surrounding emerging technologies. Each week, we bring you in-depth conversations with industry exp... more

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The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.

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April 24, 2025 Building Blocks and Shaping Israel’s Crypto Future with Collider VC's Managing Partner, Adam Benayoun
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠Collider. VC⁠⁠ hosted⁠ ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
In the last of the Building Blocks Conversations, Yitzy Hammer sat down with Adam Benayoun, managing partner at Collider, to unpack the highlights and aspirations emerging from Building Blocks 2025.
Adam recounts his journey from founding startups in France to steering crypto investments in Israel, offering candid reflections on the personal convictions that drive his work.
They dive into the unique hurdles of moving from entrepreneur to venture capitalist, the art of spotting novel blockchain business models, and the need for standardized legal frameworks to support sustainable growth.
Along the way, Adam makes a compelling case for greater inclusivity and collaboration within the VC community—and shares why he believes Israel is poised to become a leading global crypto hub. Tune in for an inside look at the legacy he’s building and the future he envisions for the ecosystem.
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April 23, 2025 Josh Schwartz on Building Secure DeFi Infrastructure with FORDeFI, at #BB25
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠Collider. VC⁠⁠ hosted⁠ ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy interviews Josh Schwartz, CEO and Co-Founder of FORDeFi, about bridging the gap between traditional finance and decentralized systems.
Josh shares his journey from Wall Street to Web3, and how ForDeFi is tackling the critical security, governance, and usability challenges in DeFi wallet infrastructure. We explore how institutional adoption is picking up pace, what regulators are (finally) getting right, and why the future of crypto lies in the seamless integration of TradFi and DeFi.
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April 22, 2025 Navigating the CryptoJungle with Ben Samocha at #BB25
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠Collider. VC⁠⁠ hosted⁠ ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy interviews Ben Samocha, the founder of Crypto Jungle, discussing the evolution of the platform, its role in the Israeli blockchain community, and Ben's personal journey into the crypto space.
They explore the importance of education in the blockchain sector, the challenges of fundraising in crypto, and the optimism surrounding the future of cryptocurrency amidst global economic challenges.
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April 21, 2025 Eyal Gruper at #BB25 on bitcoin recovery and inheritance.
Ever worry about what will happen to your bitcoin after you die?
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠⁠Collider.⁠ hosted⁠ ⁠⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy sits down with Eyal Gruper, Co-Founder of Peaceful21, an innovative self-custody solution for bitcoin recovery and inheritance.
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April 10, 2025 Iri Zohar at #BB25 on Bring's unique cashback model and how you can earn crypto while you shop!
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠Collider. hosted⁠ ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy sits down with Iri Zohar, CEO and founder of Bring, a crypto cashback platform that allows users to earn cryptocurrency rewards while shopping. They discuss the unique features of Bring, its partnerships with various wallets and retailers, and the challenges the company faces in user acquisition and integration. Iri shares insights into the cashback model, emphasizing its potential to engage users and drive purchases in the Web3 space.
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April 07, 2025 Eva Beylin at #BB25, on The Graph, Optimism and Ethereum.
On March 26, 2025,⁠ ⁠Collider. VC⁠⁠ hosted⁠ ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host,⁠ ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Eva Beylin, Board Member of Optimism and Former Director of The Graph Foundation.
They explored Eva's journey from management consulting to the crypto world, her experiences with NFTs, and her role at The Graph. They discuss the evolution of the Ethereum ecosystem, the importance of leadership honesty, and the current state of the crypto market, emphasizing the need for a return to fundamentals and realistic expectations in the industry.
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April 07, 2025 The DeFi Defender: Carlo D’Angelo on Crypto Crime, Money Mules & Building On-Chain Identity
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Carlo D’Angelo, the "DeFi Defender," a veteran criminal defense lawyer turned crypto law expert. Carlo shares his fascinating journey—from his early days as a public defender in Florida to becoming a key figure in the crypto legal community. He dives into his current work defending "money mules" caught in crypto fraud schemes, shedding light on the human cost of transnational crime and the complexities of U.S. prosecution policies. The conversation also explores the vibrant crypto lawyer community, the evolution of NFTs, and the seismic shift in U.S. crypto regulation under the current administration. Carlo offers an optimistic outlook on blockchain’s future, from tokenized assets to a national Bitcoin reserve, urging listeners to seize the moment in this "crypto renaissance." Tune in for an insider’s take on law, tech, and the blockchain revolution.

Carlo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlo-d-angelo-425756a/
Carlo on X: https://x.com/TheDeFiDefender
Carlo's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/carlodangelo
The DeFi Defenders FREE NFT Mint: https://defidefenders.xyz/
https://defidefenselawyer.com/
https://dangelolegal.com/

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April 04, 2025 Asaf Naim at #BB25 on Kirobo, Intentable, and Dappable: Revolutionizing Web3 Development
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port, Yitzy Hammer chats with Asaf Naim, co-founder of Kirobo, a trailblazer in Web3 since 2018.
Asaf shares his journey from a taxation accountant to a self-taught programmer, sparked by a failed Bitcoin buy in 2011 and a client’s lost crypto key in 2018. Kirobo pioneered account abstraction with "smart transactions," introducing the first undo button for crypto transfers. Now, they’ve launched Intentable (intentable.io) - the "Wix" of blockchain applications, a developer tool for rapid smart transaction creation, and are gearing up for Dappable (dappable.ai), an AI-driven platform to build DApps, tokens, and UIs in minutes.
Asaf envisions Dappable as the next big Web3 driver, blending NFT and token innovation. Follow @Kirobo on Twitter for updates and join the revolution!
Asaf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asafnaim/
Check out Intentable: https://app.intentable.io/trading/top_pairs?utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=Profile
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April 03, 2025 Lou Kerner at #BB25 on Crypto Mondays, Social Media Roots, and Israel’s Startup Nation Vibe
On March 26, 2025, ⁠Collider. VC⁠ hosted ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host, ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠ was invited to come and interview guests and speakers.
Live from Building Blocks at Jaffa Port in Tel Aviv, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Lou Kerner, founder of Crypto Mondays.
Lou traces his journey from a Wall Street analyst to a social media pioneer, running BOLT (pre-MySpace) and nearly buying Facebook in its infancy.
His crypto awakening came in 2017 after a transformative Israel trip in 2015, sparking his Zionist passion and the viral blog that caught Netanyahu’s eye.
Lou shares how Crypto Mondays grew from a 2018 New York meetup into a global, decentralized movement, thriving on community and zero rules (except no permission needed!).
He reflects on Israel’s innovative ecosystem, RWAs, and his latest investment. Join Lou and Yitzy as they plan a Crypto Mondays revival in Modiin and beyond!
Lou's mega-popular blog: https://loukerner.medium.com/
Lou on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loukerner/
Lou on X: https://x.com/loukerner?lang=en
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24min
April 03, 2025 Gordon Einstein at #BB25 on Crypto, Tech Tuesdays Dubai, and Building Bridges with Israel’s Blockchain Ecosystem
On March 26, 2025, ⁠Collider. VC⁠ hosted ⁠Building Blocks 2025⁠, as part of ETH TLV. Our host, ⁠Yitzy Hammer⁠ was invited to come and interview key guests and speakers.
Gordon Einstein is a pioneering crypto lawyer and founder of Dubai’s Tech Tuesdays. Gordon shares his journey from Los Angeles to Dubai, sparked by a rediscovery of law through blockchain in 2014. He dives into the vibrant Dubai tech scene, the ethos behind Tech Tuesdays, and its strict dress code that fosters a unique business vibe. The conversation explores synergies between Israel’s innovative crypto ecosystem and Dubai’s crypto-friendly environment, emphasizing collaboration over competition. Gordon offers insights on navigating Dubai’s investment landscape and his plans to expand Tech Tuesdays globally, starting with Abu Dhabi. Check out more at https://www.instagram.com/dubaitechtuesdays/.

Gordon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordoneinstein/
Gordon’s X: https://x.com/gordoneinstein?lang=en
Gordon’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gordoneinstein
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FAQs about Beyond the Code:

How many episodes does Beyond the Code have?

The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.