Interviews and speeches
Highlights and current news
Crypto Valley Conference 2024 - Interview with Gencio Media
Our CEO and founder, Stéphanie Fuchs, had the privilege of being interviewed by Zachary Nelson of Genzio Media, at this year's Crypto Valley Conference.
In the interview she discusses major tax considerations and highlights the innovative and forward-thinking aspects of the Swiss tax system.
Feature in Forbes Magazine
We are proud to announce that Stéphanie Fuchs, is featured in Forbes magazine for her role as a speaker at the Women in Web3 Global Summit 2024 during the WEF in Davos.
In the article by Dr. Jemma Green, Stéphanie, alongside Salama B., Sarah Kornfeld, Andra-Maria Maute, and Yevheniia Broshevan, discusses the impact and potential of NFTs and the important role of women in shaping the future of Web3.
Released in celebration of International Women’s Day, the article highlights the significant contributions of women in the Web3 space.
Read the full article here.
World Economic Forum 2024
At the Women in Web3 Global Summit 2024, held during the Annual Meeting in Davos, Stéphanie Fuchs, joined Sarah Schlagenhauf, Aleksandra Ahrens, and Carolina Eugenia Cappabianca to explore the transformative potential of NFTs.
During the panel discussion on January 18th at the Mountain Plaza Hotel, Stéphanie provided profound insights into the impact of NFTs, emphasizing their role in empowering creators, redefining creative processes, and driving innovative tokenization strategies across various sectors in the digital economy.
The session highlighted the expansive potential of NFTs to shape the future of digital innovation.
IFA Win
On May 16, 2024, Stéphanie Fuchs spoke at the Women of IFA Network (WIN) event in Geneva, alongside Trang Fernandez-Leenknecht from Holistik.
They explored the following exciting topic:
“And it all started with “Bored Apes” - Tackling the taxation challenges relating to crypto assets”
“Et tout a commencé avec des “singes qui s'ennuyaient” - Relever les défis fiscaux liés aux crypto-actifs.”
Thank you to the management team of WIN Geneva Emilia Rebetez (Counsel at Walder Wyss Ltd.) and Laïla Rochat (partner at EY) for the organisation.
Through the year
Safe Harbour Summit: Legal Engineering Innovation
17 November 2024 live-streamed vom Dome in Roatan
The DAO & Innovative Jurisdictions Panel
An inspiring discussion moderated by Ramona Tudorancea, featuring Karel Olivier CA(SA), Adam Miller, and Jose Reis Santos, on how jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands, the Marshall Islands, Portugal, and Switzerland are shaping innovative legal frameworks for the dynamic digital economy.
Workshop at the European DAO Workshop der ZHAW between 4 und 5 July 2024 about: Legal and Tax Aspects of DAOs.
On July 4 and 5, 2024, the European DAO Workshop in Winterthur (DAWO24), organized by the Institute for Organizational Viability at the ZHAW School of Management and Law, brought together thought leaders to explore the evolving landscape of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs).
Over two days, researchers, academics, practitioners, and consultants gathered to discuss how DAOs can foster innovation and inclusivity within democratic systems, leveraging the growing potential of blockchain technology.
The workshop served as a vibrant testbed for knowledge exchange and set the stage for future collaboration on advancing DAOs as a new organizational model.
During the event, Stéphanie Fuchs, alongside Andrea Trost from MLL Legal and Florence Guillaume from the University of Neuchâtel, led an in-depth discussion on the critical tax and legal aspects of DAOs, and the adaptation of existing frameworks to accommodate this emerging structure. And yes, VAT was a major topic and subject to intense discussions.
The session offered valuable insights into both the benefits and challenges of implementing DAOs, sparking meaningful reflections on future needs and aspirations in the field.
DAWO24 was a significant milestone in advancing the conversation on DAOs, generating novel research opportunities and reinforcing the importance of continued collaboration among all stakeholders.
Feature Sci-Tech Suisse Podcast
Stéphanie Fuchs was featured in the Sci-Tech Suisse Podcast, hosted by the immensely talented journalist Carina Schuster, delving into the NFT Fest in Lugano.
This episode provided a platform to share Stéphanie's insights on safely navigating the complex terrain of crypto taxes.
The podcast highlighted the energy and creativity that events like NFT Fest bring, uniting visionary minds and offering fresh perspectives on emerging technologies like Blockchain and AI.
These technologies have the potential to ignite a creative spark, reshape our thinking, and encourage us to see the world through a different lens—a theme echoed by Roberto Gorini, the founder of the NFT Fest in Lugano.
Throughout the episode, you also hear from Martin Markovic, whose innovative journey with Cheetah Stories SA reminds of the importance of courage and resilience in pursuing change.
Similarly, Janina Vinklere of Catalyze shared valuable insights on the evolving landscape of Web3, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and continuous learning in achieving our goals and aspirations.
This podcast episode was a celebration of creativity, courage, and the power of community in driving forward new ideas and innovations. Don’t miss out on this engaging conversation—watch the full episode here: Sci-Tech Suisse Podcast
Speaker am Internationalen Virtual Summit "She Builds" am 25. Juni 2024
Stéphanie Fuchs participated as a speaker at the “She Builds” virtual summit, organized by She is Near. The event was an inspiring gathering of exceptional women who are trailblazing the future of technology.
During the summit, Stéphanie shared key insights on international tax matters and her vision for the evolving digital landscape, alongside other leaders who are pushing boundaries, fostering decentralized communities, and driving transformative innovations. These women are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking blockchain protocols, revitalizing the art and fashion industries, and organizing impactful investment and founder events—empowering creators and entrepreneurs across diverse sectors.
Panel Speaker am NFT Fest Lugano am 15. Juni 2024 zum Thema: Regulation vs. Innovation: The Battle for Web3 Legal Frameworks.
On 15 June 2024, Stéphanie Fuchs had the incredible opportunity to speak at the NFT Fest in Lugano on the panel "Regulation vs. Innovation: The Battle for Web3 Legal Frameworks." The discussion was insightful and energizing, focusing on balancing innovation with effective regulation in the Web3 space.
Panelists:
Janina Vinklere (Head of Marketing, FiCAS)
Janina P. (Regulatory and Legal Specialist)
Lars Schlichting (Crypto Lawyer, Lexify)
A special thanks to the moderator, Franziska Gall from MLL Legal or expertly guiding the conversation.
It was an inspiring event, bringing together passionate professionals to explore the future of Web3.
Panel Speaker am Web3 Founders Forum am Web3 Fest in Zürich am 8. Juni 2024.
The “Lessons Learned From Web3 Founders” event at Swiss WEB3 FEST, held on June 8th at FIVE Hotels and Resorts, was a standout gathering for the Web3 community. Bringing together some of the industry's top pioneers, the event offered invaluable insights into navigating the evolving landscape of Web3.
As part of a stellar panel, Stéphanie Fuchs, , shared her expertise on Crypto Taxation, guiding attendees through the complexities of tax compliance and helping them avoid common pitfalls in the Web3 space. The event also featured contributions from other leading experts:
Bassil Eid, XEROF, CFO: Mastering Accounting & Compliance
Marc Degen, Executive Chairman at TRUST SQUARE: Sharing valuable founders lessons
Brittany Kaiser, Chateaushi, CEO & Founding Member: Championing Blockchain Advocacy
Moderated by: Marc Taverner, XEROF, CEO & Co-Founder
The engaging discussion explored practical strategies for overcoming challenges in Web3, from regulatory hurdles to fostering innovation. It was an excellent opportunity for participants to connect with industry leaders and gain insights that could propel their Web3 initiatives forward.
Leitung Workshop am XBorder 2024 Event am 22. Mai 2024 zum Thema: Von Plattformbesteuerung bis Betriebsstätte: Steuerliche Herausforderungen der digitalen Welt (CH & EU)
Exploring the tax challenges of the digital world, from platform taxation to permanent establishment, was the focus of the XBorder24 Event organized by MLL Legal on 22 and 23 Maiy 2024 attended by industry professionals.
Participants gained practical insights into navigating complex legal and economic landscapes in both Switzerland and the EU, guided by experts in the field.
The workshop, which was part of an engaging new event format, featured Stéphanie Fuchs alongside Linda Graff Brakemeier, VAT / Indirect Tax Specialist at Ronal AG and a Substitute Member of the VAT Expert Group of the EU Commission, Switzerland.
Attendees benefited from two keynote speeches and ten interactive workshops designed to foster in-depth discussions and knowledge sharing at the intersection of law and the digital economy.