Inside ASIC with David Halperin | ASIC
Recorded in mid-September 2026, this episode features David Halpern, Senior Specialist, Fintech Team, Markets Group at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).
David joins Drew Bradford and Michael Prendiville for an in-depth discussion about ASIC’s evolving approach to digital assets, tokenisation, crypto regulation and financial innovation in Australia.
The conversation covers AFSL licensing, ASIC’s token-by-token assessment of digital assets, staking, non-custodial wallets, tokenised equities, automated market makers (AMMs), KYC and the balance between regulation, consumer protection and innovation.
With Australia moving towards a more defined regulatory framework for digital assets, David provides valuable insight into how ASIC is thinking about the future of the industry and Australia’s position in the global digital asset economy.
Key Topics & Timecodes
(02:13) — ASIC’s role and how digital assets fit within Australia’s financial regulatory framework
(05:15) — Why ASIC, the RBA, APRA and Treasury are increasingly cooperating on tokenisation
(07:01) — ASIC’s approach to tokenisation: innovation without picking technology winners
(10:14) — AFSL licensing, the transition period and what digital asset firms need to do
(11:28) — Why digital assets must be assessed token-by-token under ASIC guidance
(15:18) — Staking, managed investment schemes and where ASIC draws the line
(19:32) — Tokenised equities, AMMs and the future of on-chain Australian markets
(23:12) — KYC, DeFi and why knowing your customer remains critical
Podcast Hosts:
Michael Prendiville (co-host), Co-founder, JellyC and Founder, TAF Capital BIO
Drew Bradford, (co-host), CEO, Macropod and Chairman, JellyC BIO
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and the guests. Please do your own research or consult a professional before making investment decisions.
