The Defiant - DeFi Podcast 20% Yield on Stablecoins Is Just the Beginning | Vikram Arun, Superform CEO
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Jun 27, 2025 Vikram Arun, CEO of Superform, sheds light on stablecoin yield strategies and the transformative power of DeFi. He addresses the sustainability of 20% on-chain yields and the critical role of Web3 technology in enhancing automation. The conversation also dives into the implications of the GENIUS Act on the crypto landscape, exploring how regulation can shape innovation. Arun emphasizes the evolving perception of stablecoins and the need for financial literacy in this dynamic market, highlighting the integration of crypto into everyday finance.
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Crypto as Money's Evolution
- Crypto is a natural evolution of money combining numbers and trust in a decentralized way.
- Stablecoins are emerging as the next phase after the US dollar in the currency cycle.
Stablecoin Yields Exceed 20%
- On-chain stablecoin yields can exceed 20% due to demand and competition among many stablecoins.
- The concept of yield competition among stablecoins is similar to credit card rewards programs.
Middleware Simplifies DeFi Access
- For mainstream adoption, people will interact with a middleware layer instead of direct on-chain primitives.
- This middleware will retain decentralization while simplifying user experience and security.