The Rollup The Year of Stablecoin Unification with Sam Kazemian
Jan 8, 2026
Sam Kazemian, Co-founder and CEO of Frax, dives into the exciting future of stablecoins, predicting 2026 as the pivotal year for full integration. He discusses the importance of end-to-end stablecoin architecture and makes compelling comparisons, likening stablecoins to Tesla's innovative approach. Topics include the rise of neobanks, the geopolitical implications of stablecoin adoption, and the hefty expectations for tokens like fraxUSD as a default currency. Tune in for a visionary look at the intersection of finance and crypto!
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Hockey-Stick Year For Integrated Stablecoins
- 2026 will be the hockey-stick year for stablecoins that have laid foundational integrations and partnerships.
- End-to-end integration across on-chain liquidity and off-chain payments determines breakout winners.
Orchestrate With Payment Rails Early
- Pursue partnerships with payment orchestrators like Stripe, Bridge, and Tempo to enable direct acceptance.
- Integrate with industry rails early to avoid being forced to swap into USDC at checkout.
Unification Of Token Economics
- 2026 will be the year of unification clarifying token economics, buybacks, and governance.
- Good tokens will formalize ownership of IP and economic rights to avoid fragmentation.