The Stablecoin Podcast

In this episode, we're joined by Joe David, founder and CEO of Nephos Group, an accountancy practice that moved from servicing a handful of early crypto clients in 2018 to running its business from Dubai and settling its own invoices in a regulated dirham stablecoin. We dig into how a chance client introduction to a crypto exchange turned into a full pivot for the firm, why Joe relocated Nephos's headquarters from the UK to the UAE...

In this episode, we're joined by Maher Ayari, co-founder of Sorbet, a stablecoin-powered fintech building what it calls the region's first on-chain neobank for the MENA market. We dig into how a freelancer payments problem in Riyadh turned into a broader thesis for stablecoin-based settlement, why the UAE and Saudi Arabia rank among the top global remittance corridors despite currencies already pegged to the dollar, and how Sorbet ...

In this episode, we're joined by Ramez Rafeek, General Manager of AED Stablecoin LLC, the issuer of AECoin, the UAE's first Dirham-backed stablecoin, licensed directly by the Central Bank of the UAE. We dig into what it actually took to build a regulated stablecoin from scratch alongside a central bank, how the escrow-backed, one-to-one Dirham peg works day to day, and why AECoin's daily reporting and monthly attestation model sets...

In this episode, we're joined by Pritpal Shokar, Head of Product for Digital Assets at Thunes, to explore what it really takes to build stablecoin infrastructure at a global scale. We dig into how digital money is evolving across borders, why stablecoins and e-money aren't as interchangeable as they seem, and where tokenized deposits fit into the picture.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Will Beeson (Multiliquid) and Jack Chong (Checker) to unpack where the money layer and asset layer of on‑chain finance collide. We explore how stablecoins and tokenized real‑world assets are converging, why liquidity remains the biggest bottleneck at institutional scale, and how infrastructure players are solving access, settlement, and distribution challenges. This is a deep dive into the fut...

In this episode, Ran Grushkowsky, Co‑Founder and CEO of MassPay, breaks down why global payout systems are still fundamentally broken—and what it takes to fix them. We explore how MassPay built payout infrastructure across 230+ countries, why optionality in how people get paid is the real unlock, and how payouts are evolving from a cost centre into a revenue driver. We also dive into stablecoins as a settlement rail, embedded...

In this episode, Kirill Gertman, Co‑Founder and CEO of Conduit, explains how stablecoins are quietly replacing legacy payment rails like SWIFT without end users ever touching crypto. We explore how Conduit processes billions in B2B payments across emerging markets, why compliance is the real product, and how stablecoins unlock faster, cheaper, and more reliable cross‑border flows. This conversation dives into the real-world mechani...

In this episode, Gabriele Galli, SVP of Sales, Partnerships, and Business Development at Mesh, breaks down what it actually takes to win the stablecoin payments race. We explore how Mesh is building the connective layer that allows users to pay with any crypto asset while merchants settle instantly in stablecoins, why stablecoins dominate real usage today, and how fragmentation across chains and systems is being solved. This is a d...

In this episode, Đorđe Žarković, Head of Fund Solutions at Bank Frick, breaks down what happens when traditional correspondent banking fails and why stablecoins are emerging as the only scalable alternative. We explore how Bank Frick became one of the first regulated institutions to accept USDC at the fund level, how stablecoins are accelerating capital flows into investment vehicles, and why convergence between traditional finance...

In this episode, we explore how grain‑backed tokens are redefining money in the real economy. Eduardo Novilo Astrada, CEO and co‑founder of JustToken (AgroToken), explains how soy, corn, and wheat have functioned as currency in Latin America for decades and how blockchain finally allows that system to scale digitally. Dax Hansen, partner at Perkins & Coie and a regenerative farmer, unpacks the legal, regulatory, and financial i...

Christopher Perkins, President and Managing Partner at CoinFund, joins us to unpack the stablecoin infrastructure era. We explore why settlement risk and trapped collateral are the hidden taxes in global finance, why demand for US‑dollar stablecoins remains insatiable, and what TradFi’s entry into crypto really means for decentralization, privacy, and security. This is a grounded, macro‑level conversation on how stablecoins a...

Zama’s Ghazi Ben Amor breaks down how fully homomorphic encryption enables confidential stablecoin transfers, private DeFi, and encrypted RWAs,  all while remaining verifiable on public chains. We explore why confidentiality is becoming essential for enterprise adoption, how wrapped and natively confidential stablecoins work, and why privacy‑preserving infrastructure is the next major unlock for institutional on‑chain fi...

Accenture’s Luke Giancarlo joins us to unpack what it really takes for stablecoins to break into enterprise adoption. From working with 120+ fintechs to advising the world’s largest banks, he explains why the true bottleneck isn’t the tech, its organizational mindset, regulation readiness, and bridging how startups and institutions think, buy, and build.

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Stable Sea CEO Tanner Taddeo joins us to unpack the “last mile” of stablecoins — turning digital dollars into real‑world fiat across 40+ countries. He explains why B2B payments need deep liquidity, trust, compliance and real‑time visibility, and how partnerships like dLocal are unlocking faster, enterprise‑scale settlement. A must‑listen on the infrastructure powering global stablecoin adoption.

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In this episode, we sit down with Alana Levin, investment partner at Variant and author of the 2025 Crypto Trends Report, to unpack the three compounding S‑curves: asset creation, accumulation, and utilization, that are defining crypto’s next decade. Alana explains why the pace of asset issuance is exploding, how ETFs unlocked pent‑up institutional demand, and why stablecoins remain the strongest product-market fit across dig...

In this episode, we sit down with Geetha Panchapakesan, founder and CEO of Tesser, to explore what stablecoins actually fix in cross‑border payments. Drawing on her experience at MoneyGram, Visa and Circle, Geetha breaks down why working capital, pre‑funding, and fragmented FX infrastructure remain the biggest points of friction for PSPs and banks — and how stablecoin rails unlock faster settlement, better transparency and dr...

We sit down with Nicolas Marxer from Bank Frick, a leader in integrating crypto into traditional finance. Discover how this Liechtenstein bank became a pioneer in stablecoins and tokenized deposits, offering a blueprint for secure and innovative financial services. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in serving crypto businesses, the evolution of internal payment networks, and the importance of compliance and infrastructur...

In this episode, Tony McLaughlin, founder and CEO of Ubyx, discusses the evolution of financial systems, the role of wallets, and the future of digital assets. He explores how Ubyx is bridging the gap between fiat currency and digital tokens, and the importance of interoperability in the financial ecosystem.

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In this episode Maya Caddle discusses the evolving landscape of stablecoins and digital assets, focusing on their impact on global payments. Maya shares her diverse experiences across various markets, highlighting the importance of understanding cross-border payments and the unique challenges faced in different regions. The conversation explores the regulatory landscape, the dichotomy of adoption between the Global North and South,...