Stablecoins are where the traditional and crypto worlds meet—think of them as the digital twin of the dollar. Pegged to real-world currencies, they make it possible to move money instantly across borders, trade seamlessly in crypto markets, and bridge Web2 finance with Web3 innovation.
In this episode, Dr. Jen explains what stablecoins are, why they matter, and how they’re quietly becoming the backbone of the digital economy.
✨ 3 Key Takeaways:
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What stablecoins are and how they work.
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Why they’re the first real-world asset successfully moved on-chain.
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How stablecoins unlock everyday use cases in payments, trading, and DeFi.
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