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[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

👋 Hey Web3 builders — we’re Ha Law PLLC, simplifying crypto law and regulation for innovators.
⚖️ From Defi to Stablecoins, to the whole web3 universe we’re here to help you build with clarity and confidence.
💬DM @jhhalaw06art for legal guidance
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[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

Will AI replace lawyers? I don't think so.

But I do think AI and automation will fundamentally change how lawyers serve their clients.

In a recent podcast interview with Legal Growth Partners, I shared how I use AI in my practice while maintaining professional responsibility and quality control.

My approach is fairly straightforward:

🔹 Start with administrative tasks. Most of my use of AI and automation today is focused on operational and non-legal aspects of running a law firm.
🔹 Use the right tools for legal work. When I incorporate AI into legal research, I begin with platforms that limit their datasets to authorities lawyers should already be consulting—cases, statutes, regulations, and relevant secondary sources.
🔹 Verify everything. Any AI-generated content that makes its way into my work product is carefully reviewed, checked, and re-checked before I rely on it.

To me, AI is not a substitute for legal judgment. It's a tool that can help lawyers become more efficient, responsive, and accessible—if used thoughtfully.

I'm curious how others are approaching this.

Do you think AI and automation are becoming essential tools for lawyers?

If you're already using them, what has been most helpful in your practice or organization?

I'd love to hear different perspectives and continue the conversation.

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

Grateful for the opportunity to sit down with the Legal Growth Podcast team and talk about my work, experiences, and lessons learned along the way. Conversations like this remind me why I do what I do every day.

You can check out this interview using this link: https://t.co/rocYpquz2i

#web3 #blockchain #law #podcast #interview

[Chainlink @chainlink]

JUST IN: The U.S. Senate Banking Committee voted to advance the CLARITY Act to the Senate floor.

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

Opening Ceremony of EthDenver 2026 with Vitalik Buterin @VitalikButerin

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

SEC Chair Paul Atkins and SEC Commissioner “Crypto Mom” @HesterPeirce at EthDenver!

@SECGov @EthereumDenver

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

I'll be at ETH Denver 2026, where you can book me for this @e180labs braindate: GENIUS Act: How to issue payment stablecoins in the US https://t.co/8r1AiVWZ9i

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

I'll be at ETH Denver 2026, where you can book me for this @e180labs braindate: How to best navigate SEC regulations https://t.co/wPWruOiJ9c

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

UK chose HSBC's blockchain platform, Orion, to run its pilot issuance of tokenized government bond.

Very interesting development and something to keep an eye on.

https://t.co/GLRNXizPVa

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

We’re launching a newsletter, Ha Law’s Web3 Today. Check out the first issue!
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[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

GM frens! Ha Law’s newsletter is coming soon! Stay tuned 🤩

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

Two Senate committees will soon hold markup hearings and votes on their respective portions of the digital asset market structure bill.

Stablecoin yield is expected to be a key point of debate.

https://t.co/tthVV6IGqc.

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

Happy new year from Ha Law PLLC!

Some headlines you might have missed in the past several weeks:

1. FDIC issued NPR to Establish GENIUS Act Application Procedures for FDIC-Supervised Institutions

2. A staff statement was issued by SEC about tokenized securities

3. Digital assets market structure law is expected in Jan 2026

Cheers

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

🏛️ OCC Authorizes Banks to Broker Crypto Trades

@USOCC has confirmed that national banks may buy and sell digital assets for customers as “riskless principals,” extending long-standing brokerage powers to crypto.

This move allows banks to facilitate crypto trades under federal supervision, aligning with prior OCC guidance on custody and trust charters — while emphasizing safe and sound operations.

Another step toward integrating digital assetsinto the traditional banking framework.

https://t.co/ImA1KD642V

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

@USOCC is already a major player in the digital assets industry and will continue to be for years to come.

Don’t agree? Just wait for the GENIUS Act to become effective…

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

Digital assets as collateral! Love it!

[Jeonghoon Ha @jhhalaw06art]

⚖️ CFTC Launches Digital Assets Pilot Program

Acting Chair @CarolineDPham announced new @CFTC guidance allowing tokenized assets—including BTC, ETH, and USDC—to be used as collateral in derivatives markets.

The program sets guardrails for custody, valuation, and risk controls, while aligning outdated rules with the GENIUS Act.

A major step toward regulatory clarity and real-world use of digital assets in U.S. markets.

https://t.co/hrgPeczO72

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

🏦 OCC Chief Defends Crypto Trust Charters

@USOCC head @USComptroller Jonathan Gould pushed back on banking industry criticism of crypto trust charters, saying “innovation, competition, and fair access should triumph over regulatory stagnation.”

Gould reaffirmed that nonfiduciary custody and safekeeping have long been part of national trust bank activity — arguing there’s no reason to treat digital assets differently.

With 14 de novo charter applications in 2025, the OCC sees “healthy competition” and remains confident it can supervise new crypto entrants under the GENIUS Act framework.

https://t.co/XKvqlPWgIp

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

🏦 Regulators Roll Back 2013 Leveraged Lending Guidance

Washington regulators have officially rolled back post-2008 rules that restricted banks from underwriting high-risk corporate loans. The @FDICgov and @USOCC say the old guidance was overly restrictive and pushed leveraged lending into the fast-growing, lightly regulated private creditsector.

Banks will now have greater discretion in assessing leveraged loans—potentially intensifying competition with private credit funds like Apollo and Ares.

A major shift in U.S. credit markets, with implications for risk, regulation, and the balance between banks and nonbank lenders.

https://t.co/zqZELe7DeG

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

📈 Wealthfront Files for $485M IPO

Digital wealth platform @Wealthfront plans to raise up to $450M in its upcoming @Nasdaq listing (ticker: WLTH), targeting a $2B valuation.

The Palo Alto–based robo-advisor aims to expand its automated investing, cash management, and financial planning tools for Millennial and Gen Z “digital natives.”

Fenwick & West advises Wealthfront; @lathamwatkins represents the underwriters.

https://t.co/k51ze5fDKR

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

🚨 Upbit Reports $30M Crypto Breach — Possible Lazarus Group Link

South Korea’s largest exchange, @Official_Upbit , is investigating a $30.4M hack involving @solana-based assets.

Early findings suggest similarities to prior attacks by North Korea’s Lazarus Group.

Authorities have launched an on-site inspection as stolen funds move through cross-chain bridges — echoing Upbit’s 2019 breach.

Cyber risk and compliance remain critical pillars in digital-asset infrastructure. ⚖️

#web3 #blockchain #finance #cybersecurity #hacking

https://t.co/ggvtT9LBI6 via @coindesk

[Ha Law PLLC @halawpllc]

🏛️ MoonPay Secures NYDFS Trust Charter

@moonpay has received approval from @NYDFS to operate as a New York limited purpose trust company, authorizing it to offer crypto custodyand OTC trading services.

The charter marks a major regulatory milestone—positioning MoonPay to serve institutional clients and potentially pursue stablecoin issuanceunder the GENIUS Act, pending NYDFS approval.

#stablecoin #geniusact #digitalasset #blockchain #finance #cryptocurrency

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