The Rollup The Rollup TV: Circle x HYPE, ETH, StarkWare & Money Moves Fast EP 1
Sep 17, 2025
Jeremy Allaire, co-founder of Circle, discusses the transformative role of blockchain in traditional finance. Fabrice Chang shares insights on why ETHER stands out in blockchain's landscape. Ellie Bensison emphasizes the importance of privacy in decentralized solutions, while Mark Boyron highlights Polygon's plans for enhancing transaction speeds and payment integration. They also delve into the evolution of stablecoins, the significance of USDC, and the competitive dynamics of the crypto ecosystem, all while navigating the future of decentralized finance and payment networks.
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USDC As Global Liquidity Infrastructure
- Circle positions USDC as a cross-platform digital dollar and global liquidity utility rather than just a token ticker.
- Jeremy Allaire frames deep integrations and infrastructure as the real product that powers liquidity and interoperability.
Circle's Multi‑Dimensional Hyperliquid Strategy
- Circle will participate in Hyperliquid beyond token issuance by buying HYPE and exploring validator roles.
- They also plan incentive programs and investments for builders to align economically with the community.
Choose One Cross-Platform Stablecoin
- Use a single, widely-supported stablecoin across platforms to maximize liquidity and interoperability.
- Focus integration efforts on making the digital dollar work everywhere rather than creating new tickers.
