Cryptonomix

In this episode of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle is joined by Rhett Chrystal, Lead Consultant in Withum’s Advisory practice, to unveil Withum’s new Digital Currency Accounting and Tracking Service (DCATS). They explore why tracking crypto activity in Excel no longer works for high-volume traders, Web3 founders, DAOs, and crypto-native businesses — especially with the rollout of Form 1099-DA and the shift to wallet-by-wallet cost basis reporting. You’ll learn: What DCATS includes (automated cost b...

Withum's Mark Eckerle sat down with Dr. Sean Stein Smith as part of the New Jersey Society of CPA's IssuesWatch Podcast, and discussed all things happening in the digital asset space in 2025. Tune in for this discussion on some of the top issues in crypto, such as changes under the Trump administration, various executive orders and changes in the world of stablecoins.

In this episode of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle sits down with Chris Groshong, President at CoinStructive. Together, they explore the complexities of navigating the regulatory landscape in the crypto industry, the crucial role CoinStructive plays in guiding companies through compliance challenges, the importance of investigative and forensic analysis in fraud cases, and the difficulties victims face in recovering lost funds. They also highlight the emotional impact of fraud on victims and the ne...

In the latest episode of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle speaks with Sam Leichman, Blockchain Practice Leader at Propeller Industries, a strategic finance and accounting partner for venture-stage and high-growth companies. The pair discuss the transformative potential of Web3, the creation of the Statement of Digital Assets (SODA), and the importance of accurate financial reporting for digital assets.

In this special edition of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle joins the On The Brink Podcast with Matt Walsh to discuss Mark’s digital asset and blockchain background and Withum’s journey into the digital asset space. They also address the emergence of stablecoins and their effects on corporate accounting and operations, as well as how startups should evaluate tax, audit, and advisory services with regard to digital assets.

In this episode of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle sits down with Seth Priebatsch, President at Groma, a full-service real estate development and management firm with a blockchain twist. The two start with a deep dive into Seth’s background and beginnings in the crypto world then transition the discussion to Groma and its innovative two-sided vision, where real estate and crypto meet. They then delve into the functionality of GromaCoins, the impact of the ETF approvals on the company, and other not...

In the latest installment of Cryptonomix, Mark Eckerle and Matthew Walsh, Founding Partner at Castle Island Ventures, a venture capital firm focused exclusively on public blockchains, cover a wide range of subjects, such as the developments in the crypto space over the past year, Castle Island's investment preferences, valuable insights for other venture capital firms, best practices for companies seeking financing, and a preview of the upcoming year.

In this episode, Mark Eckerle sits down with Ryan Babiak, a Tax Partner at Withum, to delve into the taxation of cryptocurrency. The discussion covers a wide array of topics, from the reporting of basic transactions on IRS forms 1040 or 1120 and what triggers a taxable event, to the nuances surrounding staking and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), as well as offering insight on the various tax rate components.

In this episode, Mark Eckerle sits down with Lowenstein Sandler LLP’s Eric Weiner, Partner and Co-Chair of Lowenstein Crypto, and Will Brannan, Partner and Vice Chair of Lowenstein Crypto, to discuss the Ripple Labs court case, the impact of the ruling and what it means for the digital asset community, the SEC’s intentions to appeal the ruling and their thoughts on the future of digital assets from a regulatory standpoint.

In Part I of this episode, Mark Eckerle and Adam Armstrong, Wealth Advisor at Withum Wealth Management, discuss the lead-up to and aftermath of the March banking crisis as well as the future of crypto from a financial institution standpoint. In Part II, Adam provides background on Withum Wealth Management, which aims to deliver a tax-sensitive, cost-effective portfolio that matches your objectives and investment goals that could be beneficial to crypto investors.

In this episode, Mark Eckerle and Mackenzie Patel, Senior Revenue Account at Figment, one of the world’s largest blockchain infrastructure and services providers, discuss the staking offerings of Figment and the variety of its core customer base. Figment’s mission revolves around the Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism so in addition to Figment, the two discuss the differences between PoS and PoW and the ETH merge.

In this episode, Mark Eckerle and Justin Melillo, CEO of Mona, the premier 3D world-building platform and web3 social network for the Metaverse, discuss the user experience and accessibility in gaming economies, from avatars' skins and NFTs, to a public chain of ownership and interplay between creators, sellers, and users. Mona's mission is to empower millions of people to build high-quality metaverse worlds, collect those worlds as NFTs and share these worlds amongst each other, interacting ...