Adrian Cortez is a seasoned critic, informed advocate, and community builder in the blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) industry. He is a graduate of Yale University and has spent a two decades conducting business and networking in China. With a keen understanding of the ever-evolving world of public and private chains, Adrian is sought after by some of the most active, passionate, and insightful influencers in the crypto space for his views.   By leveraging his extensive yet intimate network spanning multiple disciplines, Adrian brings a comprehensive and balanced perspective to the industry. He is a host of the CryptoLaw Podcast and is actively up-to-date on the US regulatory environment as it pertains to crypto assets. He also represents Etana Custody and works to educate institutions on the state-of-affairs for crypto asset custody solutions and helps prepare them for the inevitable future with digital assets.   Adrian’s background is in international business development, investment management, and entrepreneurship. In his spare time, Adrian organizes blockchain-related meetups and hackathons and works to advance blockchain adoption through advisory and speaking engagements.