StrictlyVC Download Katie Haun on the GENIUS Act and what it may mean for the future of crypto
Jun 24, 2025
Katie Haun, Founder and CEO of Haun Ventures and a former federal prosecutor, discusses her groundbreaking 'harpoon strategy' for investing in distressed crypto assets. She delves into the evolving landscape of stablecoins and their role in cross-border payments. Katie also shares insights on the GENIUS Act, highlighting its potential impacts and her concerns about regulatory measures. With a focus on tokenization and the future of crypto, she underscores that we're still in the early days of this transformative industry.
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Haun's Harpoon Strategy
- Katie Haun shared her contrarian harpoon strategy targeting distressed crypto assets during the crypto winter.
- She confidently invested in infrastructure plays like Fireblocks that become more valuable as crypto markets grow.
Stablecoins' Rising Impact
- Stablecoins have evolved from niche to essential global payment infrastructure.
- USDC is fully backed by dollars and offers near-instant, low-cost cross-border payments.
Global Crypto Innovation Hub
- Crypto innovation and regulation are global, with builders across London, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, and Silicon Valley.
- Founders often return to Silicon Valley due to rich engineering talent and synergy with AI developments.