Beyond the Code
Episodes
E84: ZK Identity, Compliance and MiCA: A Conversation with zkMe CEO Alex Scheer
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with David Alexander āAlexā Scheer, founder and CEO of zkMe, a zero-knowledge identity network...
E83: Danielle Tichner on Deep Tech, Venture Building & Bitcoin L2s
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Danielle Tichner, founder of W Source, a deep-tech venture builder operating at the intersect...
E82: Make Ethereum Your Base Layer: EYās Paul Brody on Leveraging Ethereum for Business
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
EYās Global Blockchain Leader Paul Brody joins Yitzy on Beyond the Code to peel back the curtain on how big companies really operate (āchaos on th...
E81: MPC, Enclaves & Defense-in-Depth: Yehuda Lindell on Securing Crypto
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Yitzy is joined by Yehuda Lindellāfounder of Unbound Security (acquired by Coinbase), longtime professor and one of the earliest re...
E80: Steve Epstein on Post-Quantum Cybersecurity, Breaking RSA, and Saving Blockchains
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Steve Epstein ā a distinguished systems/cybersecurity & AI engineer with roots at Bell ...
E79: Jake Adelstein: The Devil Takes Bitcoin ā Mt. Gox, Silk Road & Japan's [In]justice System
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, investigative journalist Jake Adelstein (Tokyo Vice) joins Yitzy to discuss his newly published book, The Devil Takes Bitcoin, a fron...
78: Jake Chervinsky on Crypto Law, Policy Battles, and Stablecoin Clarity
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Yitzy sits down with Jake Chervinsky ā currently Chief Legal Officer at Variant, and previously Chief Policy Officer at the Blockch...
E77: Ido Bar-On on the Future of Defense Tech
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy is joined in-studio for the very first time by Ido Bar-On ā defense-tech investor, former CBO at XTEND, ID...
E76: Samuel Cardillo, at 29, has one of the coolest life stories I've ever heard!
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this rollercoaster episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Samuel Cardillo to uncover the jaw-dropping journey of a self-taught pro...
E75: Gabe Shapiro on Cyborgs, MetaLex and Building Smarter Crypto Governance
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with one of the most outspoken minds in crypto law: Gabriel Shapiro. Known for his deep legal chops, unf...
E74: Aaron Payas: A Gentleman, a Crypto Lawyer and an [ex-] Footballer.
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Aaron Payas ā partner at Hassans International Law Firm in Gibraltar, CFA charterholder, an...
E73: Justin Wales Just Dropped The Crypto Legal Handbook V2
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Iām joined once again by Justin Wales, Head of Legal for the Americas at Crypto.com and author of the Crypto Leg...
E72: Joni Pirovich Built Her Own AI for Crypto Lawyers (and It's Better Than ChatGPT)
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, I sit down with the brilliant and trailblazing Joni Pirovich ā a lawyer, entrepreneur, and the mind behind Cryst...
E71: Charlie Shrem on Building Bitcoin from the Basement Up
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this unforgettable episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Bitcoin OG and serial entrepreneur Charlie Shrem for a raw, unfiltered j...
E70: Lawyers for Innovators: Building a Creative Legal Practice with Vivek Jayaram
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your law firm felt more like an art studio than a courtroom?In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Vivek Jayaram, founder of...
E69: Dr. Shmuel Abramzon: Inside the Mind of Israelās Chief Economist: Digital Assets, Regulation & the Road Ahead
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this wide-ranging conversation, Yitzy sits down with Dr. Shmuel Abramzon, Israelās Chief Economist at the Ministry of Finance, to unpack his uniq...
Building Blocks and Shaping Israelās Crypto Future with Collider VC's Managing Partner, Adam Benayoun
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025,ā ā Collider. VCā ā hostedā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host,ā ā Yitzy Hammerā ā was invite...
Josh Schwartz on Building Secure DeFi Infrastructure with FORDeFI, at #BB25
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025,ā ā Collider. VCā ā hostedā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host,ā ā Yitzy Hammerā ā was invite...
Navigating the CryptoJungle with Ben Samocha at #BB25
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025,ā ā Collider. VCā ā hostedā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host,ā ā Yitzy Hammerā ā was invite...
Eyal Gruper at #BB25 on bitcoin recovery and inheritance.
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever worry about what will happen to your bitcoin after you die?On March 26, 2025,ā ā ā Collider.ā hostedā ā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā ā ...
Iri Zohar at #BB25 on Bring's unique cashback model and how you can earn crypto while you shop!
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025,ā ā Collider. hostedā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host,ā ā Yitzy Hammerā ā was invited to come...
Eva Beylin at #BB25, on The Graph, Optimism and Ethereum.
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025,ā ā Collider. VCā ā hostedā ā Building Blocks 2025ā ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host,ā ā Yitzy Hammerā ā was invite...
The DeFi Defender: Carlo DāAngelo on Crypto Crime, Money Mules & Building On-Chain Identity
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Carlo DāAngelo, the "DeFi Defender," a veteran criminal defense lawyer turned cry...
Asaf Naim at #BB25 on Kirobo, Intentable, and Dappable: Revolutionizing Web3 Development
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 jo...
Lou Kerner at #BB25 on Crypto Mondays, Social Media Roots, and Israelās Startup Nation Vibe
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025, ā Collider. VCā hosted ā Building Blocks 2025ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host, ā Yitzy Hammerā was invited to come and inte...
Gordon Einstein at #BB25 on Crypto, Tech Tuesdays Dubai, and Building Bridges with Israelās Blockchain Ecosystem
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On March 26, 2025, ā Collider. VCā hosted ā Building Blocks 2025ā , as part of ETH TLV. Our host, ā Yitzy Hammerā was invited to come and inte...
Live @BB25: Youval Rouach, CEO, Bits of Gold; BILS
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
E52: How Tigran Gambaryan Deciphered Bitcoin and Survived Nigerian Prison
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tigran Gambaryanā spent 8 months in grueling conditions in a Nigerian prison. But thatās not what made him famous.Episode 52 of Beyond the Code di...
E51: How to Use AI to Make Your Legal Work 3X More Efficient with Eran Lahav, CEO of FirstRead.
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 51 of Beyond the Code, host Yitzy Hammer welcomes Eran Lahav, Co-Founder and CEO of First Read, an AI-powered legal tech platform designed ...
E47: Crypto in Your Portfolio: How Much Is Too Much? With Financial Planner Nadav Ellinson
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode ofBeyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with financial planner andBlue & White Finance co-founderNadav Ellinson to tackle one of the mo...
Ep. 50: Web3 Beyond Crypto Bros with Amanda Wick | Women in Crypto
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:In this milestone 50th episode of Beyond the Code, host Yitzy Hammer sits down with Amanda Wick, CEO and founder of the Association fo...
E49: Second Mover Advantage: Bentzi Rabi on Utilaās Crypto Play
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 49 of Beyond the Code, Bentzi Rabi, CEO of Utila, shares his fascinating journey from an Israeli intelligence unit to founding an enterpris...
E48: Dr. Jimmie Lenz on Crypto, AI, GenZ, DA@D, the US Regulatory Climate, and more.
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Yitzy attended Coindesk's premier event in Hong Kong, #ConsensusHK, where he livestreamed Beyond the Code episodes with leading innovators ...
Inside Ethereum: Tom Teman on Account Abstraction and the Future of Wallets
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Tom Teman from the Ethereum Foundation to explore his path from early crypto days to shaping ...
Memes on Steroids: The Rise of Meme Coins with Jonathan Caras
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer welcomes back Jonathan Caras for a lively discussion on the rise of meme coins and their impa...
Inside Israelās Crypto VC Scene: A Deep Dive with Eylon Aviv of Collider VC
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Yitzy sits down with Eylon Aviv, a partner at Collider.VC, Israelās leading crypto-centric venture capital fund. Eylon shares his j...
Crypto Mom to Crypto Stepmom: SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on SEC Challenges and Opportunities
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, affectionately referred to within the cryptoverse as "Crypto Mom," join...
With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: Noah Perlman on Binance, Regulation, and the Road Ahead
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Noah Perlman, Chief Compliance Officer at Binance, to explore the intricate balance of power,...
Trolling for Truth in the War of Words and Building the Best Crypto Wallet on the Planet, with ZenGoās Ouriel Ohayon
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Ouriel Ohayon, CEO and founder of ZenGo, to explore the cutting-edge innovations behin...
Prof. Edward Lee on The Resurgence of NFTs and AIās Impact on Copyright Law
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Professor Edward Lee, a leading expert in intellectual property, copyright law, and emerging ...
Ofir Eliasi: Revolutionizing Wallet Infrastructure with Account Abstraction in Web3
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Ofir Eliasi, founder of Borsa, to discuss his journey as a serial entrepreneur and blockchain...
Nick Furneaux on Investigating Cryptocurrencies and his new book, āThere is No Such Thing as Crypto Crimeā.
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 38, Yitzy interviews Nick Furneaux, a pioneer in cryptocurrency investigations and digital forensics. They discuss the realities of crypto ...
Mati Greenspan Reveals What the Future Holds for Bitcoin, Mining, and DeFi
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whatās next for Bitcoin? Yitzy Hammer and Quantum Economics' Mati Greenspan dive into the seismic shifts shaping the crypto world in the wake of Tru...
JP Thor on ThorChain and the Power of Memes
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with JP Thorā ā , the visionary founder behind ā ā ThorChain. From his roots in remote ...
Jake Brukhman on CoinFund and Crypto Investing
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with ā Jake Brukhmanā , founder and CEO of ā CoinFundā , to explore the evolution of cr...
Defending DeFi: Amanda Tuminelli on the Fight for Fair Crypto Laws and Policies
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer at the DeFi Education Fund, to explore the critical leg...
Crypto Taxation, DAOs, and the Future of Decentralization with Jason Schwartz
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of ā Beyond the Codeā , Yitzy sits down with ā Jason Schwartzā , tax partner and co-head of ā Fried Frankā ās Digital Assets a...
Solana, AI, and Decentralized Infrastructure: Joseph Pageās Investment Journey
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Joseph Page, founder of the Web3-focused venture capital firm Strange Quark. Joseph shares hi...
A Journey Down the Ape Hole and Into U.S. Politics with Moish Peltz
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy is joined by Moish Peltz, a partner at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman PLLC, co-host of the Block & Order...
Wyoming's Stable Token Future with Flavia Naves
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy sits down with Flavia Naves to explore her remarkable journey from Brazil to the US, culminating in her infl...
Is this song a 'security'? Brian Frye and Jonathan Mann sued the SEC to find out.
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Description:In this special episode of Beyond the Code, host Yitzy welcomes back previous guests Brian L. Frye and Jason Gottlieb, along with new gues...
Fighting Crypto Crime with Erin West
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this riveting episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy is joined by Erin West, the dynamic Deputy District Attorney from Santa Clara County. Erin takes us...
Dark Net to Crypto Scam: Jamie Bartlettās Tales from the Trenches
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Description: In this riveting episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy welcomes Jamie Bartlett, acclaimed author and technology journalist, to explor...
Inside the Crypto Courtroom with Jason Gottlieb
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary - In this episode of "Beyond the Code," Yitzy hosts Jason Gottlieb, partner and head of the digital assets department at Morrison Co...
Unlocking Real World Assets: A Deep Dive with Alex Davis of Mavryk
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, host Yitzy Hammer engages in an enlightening conversation with Alex Davis, founder of Mavryk Dynamics, about the f...
Arye Schreiber: Revolutionizing Data Privacy Ops with Armadillex (AI)
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Arye Schreiber, an Anglo-Israeli privacy lawyer and the founder of Armadillex, discusses the challenges faced by data privacy professionals and how hi...
Prof. ā Ilan Alonā : Crypto's Impact on Globalization, Global Economics, and Governance
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Yitzy discussed the impact of cryptocurrencies on globalization, global economics, and governance with Prof. ā Ilan Alonā , dean of...
Shaping Policy and Fighting Crime: A Conversation with Ari Redbord of TRM Labs
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy Hammer sits down with Ari Redbord, the Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, to discuss the intersection of cry...
AI Warfare with Tal Mimran: Navigating Ethics and Law in the IDF
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of "Beyond the Code," Yitzy hosts Tal Mimran, a professor of international law and a pioneer in the field of mi...
Justin Wales: The Crypto Legal Handbook and Being A Nice Guy
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Wales is Head of Legal For The Americas at Crypto.com. He is also something of an OG in the crypto legal world and recently published his firs...
Alon Goren: Blockchain OG Investor and Entrepreneur (AKA Punk Apestrong)
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alon is a legit crypto OG investor - having made over 30 crypto-centric investments through multiple funds. He is also an ape...his Bored Ape Yacht C...
Why Panama? With Crypto Lawyer Teresa Carballo
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teresa is a Panamanian lawyer and co-founder of the Panamanian law practice,Ā PacĆfica Legal. She is also a mother of 2 and an avid horse rider š....
Freeman Lewin: A Lawyer, a Scholar and an Entrepreneur.
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Freeman Lewin is a New York-based [ex]-attorney and entrepreneur, with a specialization in blockchain and crypto-assets. He has founded (in the past ...
Breaking Barriers: Zada Haj's Entrepreneurial Journey as an Arab Woman in Israel
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on Beyond the Code as we welcome Zada Haj, a visionary entrepreneur who defied odds to forge her own path in the tech world. From humble begin...
From Trading Floors to Legal Wars: The Crypto Journey of Ariel Givner
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:In this captivating episode of Beyond the Code, Yitzy welcomes Ariel Givner, a trailblazing attorney in the cryptocurrency sphere and ...
Hernan Arber: Reinventing the Music Supply Chain
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hernan Arber is the CEO of Soundwork, Founder of Arber Tech, and Host of the Web3 Creators Podcast. He is an experienced Software team leader and stra...
Dr. Max Li - Oortech and the AI-Cloud-Chain Revolution
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Columbia University's Dr. Max Li - a brilliant electrical engineer, entrepreneur, and investor, who is...
Hillel Fuld's future: drone delivery, mixed reality surgeries and NO MORE iPhones!!! WHAT?!?!
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I've known Hillel for years and have been eager to bring him on as a BTC guest. As a strong advocate for tech generally, his perspective on what t...
Legalpreneur, Dr. Oliver Scherenberg on Web3Lex, setting legal precedents in AI and making web3 legal knowledge more accessible
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Oliver Scherenberg is an IP attorney with over 15 years of experience in licensing and monetization.In addition to his legal practice, he is the f...
Beyond the Law of Code with Canadian Lawyer and Podcast Host, Jacob Robinson
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I decided to expand my legal practice into blockchain regulatory compliance, one of the most valuable resources available was Jacob Robinson'...
From Alameda's Trading Desks to Tomorrow's AI & NFTs: A Crypto Odyssey with John Keh
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with John Keh, a pioneer in the Web3 space and a key player in the cryptocurrency industry. As one of the first employees...
Crypto Crime with Ex-Prosecutor turned Binance Investigator Amit Levin
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Amit used to be the Head of the Economics Department at the Cyber Unit of Israel's State Attorney before leaving to join the world's largest c...
Chain Reaction: Cryptocurrency's Promise for Positive Change (With Jessica Salama)
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This Tuesday I will be giving over a workshop at ETHcc (the Ethereum Community Conference) in Paris. The workshop is titled "How web3 tools can b...
Who does AI output belong to? With IP & Media Law Attorney Franklin Graves
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I was joined by IP, tech, and media law expert, Franklin Graves. We talked focused on two super-interesting and relevant topics: 1. ...
Market Design: Bridging Tech and Humanity with Prof. Scott Kominers
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is long overdue (we recorded 8+ weeks ago!) but I enjoyed talking to Scott so much that we recorded for almost 2 hours - hence, editing w...
AI & Privacy Unmasked with Avishai Ostrin - Balancing Innovation and Confidentiality
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Since the GDPR came into force in 2018, privacy has become an integral part of any technology, new or old and AI is no different. In this episode, I d...
Zach Abramowitz: Legaltech and AI
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Zach Abramowitz, an expert in the world of legal technology. We dove deep into the fascinating rea...
Does AI pose a threat to academic literature and why plagiarism is sometimes ok - with Brian Frye.
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian L. Frye is a law professor at the University of Kentucky. His research focuses on intellectual property and charity law, especially in relation ...
Lessons in AI and Ethics from a Crypto OG - Jonathan Caras of Levana Protocol
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Jonathan Caras, Head of Comms at Levana Protocol and previously a member of the LFG (Luna Foundation Guard). We talk abou...