Mohamed Mzohiri is Legal Counsel and FinTech Adviser at the Alberta Securities Commission, where he plays a leading role in shaping regulatory strategy at the intersection of emerging technologies and financial markets. A recognized authority in blockchain, DeFi, AI, and crypto-assets, Mohamed provides expert guidance on the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding digital finance.

He holds Canada’s only advanced legal degree focused on fiat-backed stablecoins, with an LL.M. from the University of Ottawa under the supervision of renowned scholars Michael Geist and Florian Martin-Bariteau. His thesis explores the regulatory risks and challenges of stablecoins within Canadian frameworks.

An entrepreneur at heart, Mohamed brings grassroots experience from founding and advising startups, combining legal acumen with real-world business insight. He is also the creator of “Maia’s Voice,” a university radio show exploring the intersection of blockchain, human rights, and socio-economic empowerment in the global south.

Mohamed’s passion for equitable innovation, regulatory clarity, and ethical tech governance continues to shape the future of FinTech in Canada.