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Crypto Under the Microscope: Risk, Regulation & Reality

Liam Hennessy
Partner, Thomson Geer & Adjunct Professor of Law (Griffith)

We’re pleased to welcome back Liam Hennessy following his Crypto Risks, Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing session last year.

Liam unpacked the fast-growing world of crypto and money laundering risks. With a $4 trillion global market and around 800,000 Australians investing each year, crypto is now one of the most widely held financial products after shares. Liam explained how blockchain works, the rise of stablecoins, and how criminals use crypto ATMs, cross-chain transfers, and offshore platforms to move funds. He also explored AUSTRAC’s response, recent enforcement action, and why tailored AML/CTF programs are critical for crypto businesses.

In 2026, Liam will build on this foundation and explore what has changed over the past year. Delegates can expect practical insights into emerging crypto risks, regulatory shifts, enforcement trends and what this means for compliance teams on the ground. His session will cut through complexity and focus on what matters most; helping you understand the real risks, the evolving rules, and the steps your organisation should be considering in a rapidly changing crypto environment.

About Liam Hennessy

Liam Hennessy is a Partner at Thomson Geer, specialising in financial services regulation, funds management, and digital assets. With experience across London, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, he advises global clients, including insurers, funds, and digital asset firms, on complex regulatory and compliance matters. Liam is an Adjunct Professor of Law at Griffith University, holds a Master of Laws from the University of Sydney, and is pursuing a PhD on financial product tokenisation. He contributes to LexisNexis and Thomson Reuters publications, serves on policy groups, and was a finalist for both Financial Services Partner of the Year and Blockchain Leader of the Year in 2025.

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