# Regulation 101

> Regulations are necessary to address important and legitimate policy objectives, from preventing illicit finance to ensuring fair markets and protecting consumers. And understanding the forces at play across the U.S. regulatory landscape can help web3 entrepreneurs build better businesses. In this t...

- URL: https://a16zcrypto.com/posts/videos/regulation-101
- Authors: [Michele Korver](https://a16zcrypto.com/team/michele-korver)
- Published: 2023-07-14
- Updated: 2025-01-29
- Focus areas: company building, policy & regulation
- Tags: CSX 2023, regulatory know-how, video
- Format: videos

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Regulations are necessary to address important and legitimate policy objectives, from preventing illicit finance to ensuring fair markets and protecting consumers. And understanding the forces at play across the U.S. regulatory landscape can help web3 entrepreneurs build better businesses. In this talk, a16z crypto Head of Regulatory Michele Korver draws on a decades-long career in law and government to outline major regulatory players and provide mental models for web3 founders to stay informed and prepared.

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