About me

Hey! I'm a certified crypto finance and tax expert (CCFE, Zurich), specializing in complex regulatory and taxation matters involving blockchain technology, digital assets, and the German Foreign Trade and Payments Act (AWV).

I have a strong academic background in law, having studied at the University of Freiburg (former state exam, then transitioned to LL.B. at the University of Trier due to covid-lockdowns during exam prep) with a specialization in German, European and International Public Law. I'm currently pursuing an LL.M. at the University of London with a specialism in Public International Law, alongside additional coursework in International Taxation.

I wish to be able contribute to a better society in the future. This led me to join Volt Europa, where I’ve been helping developing the policy program for the 2024 European Parliament elections, focusing on the possibility of taking parliamentary decisions by qualified majority instead of unanimity, transforming the European Court of Justice (ECJ) into a constitutional court and making the judgments of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) universally binding on all member states. I believe that European problems can only be solved on a European level.

My research and future ambitions regarding a doctoral thesis center on the potential of decentralized governance through blockchain technology within the European Union. The legal challenges surrounding GDPR compliance, smart contracts, and cross-border interoperability are substantial, but so are the opportunities for enhancing transparency, efficiency, and citizen participation in public administration.

Without comprehensive education on blockchain technology, as well as adaptation by states, there will be lawless spaces and opportunities for criminals. That being said, not only could it be the future of finance and third-party provider contracts (e.g.), but I'm convinced that the refugee crisis and the difficulties of the Dublin III Regulation could have been better managed if troubled governments had blockchain technology at their disposal.

Besides that, I write a high fantasy book series, compose and produce orchestral and liquid DnB music, shoot and edit landscapes, and enjoy playing the piano. Beyond the creative side, I love staying active through cycling, running and swimming (triathlons) as well as hiking and lifting, gaming (JRPGs & FromSoftware) and reading mangas.

Thanks for stopping by – I’m always open to meaningful conversations on tech, law, and the future of public governance.