Bridging the Gap: Making Web3 and DeFi Accessible for Spanish Speakers with Mónica Talán

02/11/25 • 36 min

In this special Spanish-language episode of The Get Down, host Ritzy P sits down with Mónica Talán, the founder of CryptoConexión, who shares her journey into the crypto space and the inspiration behind creating CryptoConexión - to provide accessible, Spanish-language content and resources to empower the Latino community to participate in the rapidly evolving world of decentralized finance and emerging technologies. The conversation delves into CryptoConexión's initiatives, such as the Agent Camp bootcamp program, as well as Monica's insights on the vibrant crypto community in the United States and the transformative innovations happening across Latin America.

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With more than two decades of experience in strategic communications and public relations, Mónica Talán is a dynamic entrepreneur and award-winning leader in the field of communications and innovation. She is the founder of CryptoConexión, a Spanish-language platform that drives awareness and engagement about blockchain and AI. In addition, she launched TechTranslators.ai, dedicated to making technology accessible through technology workshops. Bringing together a diverse team of experts in technology, communications, marketing, and law, TechTranslators.ai works to demystify complex concepts like AI, Web3, blockchain, and AR/VR.

We discuss:

Producing accessible crypto information in Spanish.
The potential of blockchain technology in remittances.
The explosion of innovation in Latin America, driven by emerging technologies.
How political changes will affect Web3 and DeFi in the United States.

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We discuss:

Producing accessible crypto information in Spanish.
The potential of blockchain technology in remittances.
The explosion of innovation in Latin America, driven by emerging technologies.
How political changes will affect Web3 and DeFi in the United States.

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X (formerly Twitter)

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Balancing Innovation and Consumer Protection in the Crypto Space with Debra Brookes

In this episode of The Get Down, Ritzy P. interviews Debra Brookes about her professional journey, detailing her entry into the crypto space and her experiences with regulatory frameworks like the BitLicense. She discusses her current role in developing a state-issued stable coin in Wyoming, emphasizing the importance of balancing innovation with regulatory oversight. Debra also highlights the challenges faced by small players in the crypto market and offers insights on how they can navigate the complex landscape.

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Debra Brookes is an attorney with over 20 years of experience, specializing in cryptocurrency compliance, sanctions enforcement, and white-collar prosecutions. Deb recently joined the State of Wyoming’s Stable Token Commission as its Chief Risk and Compliance Officer. Deb previously worked with the NYS Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) where she held several positions, most notably Deputy Virtual Chief and Head of Supervision, where she supervised over 30 licensed crypto companies. Before NYSDFS, Deb served as a federal prosecutor for the U.S. Department of Justice through the competitive Attorney General's Honors Program.

We discuss:

Challenges with the New York BitLicense process.
How balancing innovation and regulation is crucial for safety.
The Wyoming Stable Token Commission’s mission to produce the first state-issued stablecoin.
Significant shifts in US crypto legislation in 2025.

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Keiko Yoshino, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Blockchain Trade Association, is a crisis management attorney specializing in strategic communications and Government Affairs based in Puerto Rico. She helps startups and emerging tech companies navigate compliance and operations. Keiko is leading Web3 adoption through education, advocacy, and partnerships with government agencies and universities. She's also created CryptoCurious, an educational program making Web3 more accessible. Additionally, she spearheads Act 60 tax incentive education with the forthcoming guidebook on Puerto Rico's tax benefits.

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