The ReDeFined Podcast

E11: Are Stablecoins the answer to Xborder Fiat Settlement? w/ Ezra Kebrab


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Welcome to Episode 11

On this week’s episode, join hosts Jeremy Almond and Megan Guy as they sit down with Ezra Kebrab, Co-founder and CEO of Caliza, to explore whether stablecoins could be the answer to modernizing cross-border fiat settlement. Broadcasting from São Paulo, they dive into the intricacies of global payment systems, the rise of Brazil’s PIX revolution, and the role of stablecoins as a potential game-changer.

How fintech can bridge the gaps in cross-border transactions, examining the potential of stablecoins and crypto on-ramps to improve efficiency and access. They also explore the practical challenges of integrating these tools into existing systems and what this means for the future of global finance.

This episode is packed with debate, innovation, and insights that are shaping the future of payments.

Episode Highlights:

  • Stablecoins driving $3.1 trillion in transactions annually 💱

  • Brazil's PIX system serving 75% of its population 🌎

  • Centralized fintech ‘blockchains’ vs true decentralized finance 🏦

  • Partner with CDBCs or all-in on Freedom money

  • 100M overdraft fees — how does that happen?

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