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The US Treasury’s Stablecoin Report, TradFi’s Crypto Adoption, and Ethereum’s New Era | Roundup

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May 2, 2025
The discussion kicks off with insights on the U.S. Treasury’s stablecoin report and the supportive growth trends for stablecoins, aiming for a $2 trillion market. The revival of San Francisco’s tech scene post-COVID is highlighted, alongside the evolving relationship between traditional finance and crypto. Ripple's acquisition strategy is explored, emphasizing transparency challenges. With Ethereum's strategic repositioning and Vitalik's ground-breaking proposal, the conversation probes the future of blockchain dynamics against a backdrop of shifting market sentiments.
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Stablecoin Growth and Bank Impact

  • The U.S. Treasury report predicts stablecoins could reach $2 trillion by 2028, driven largely by non-U.S. markets.
  • Banks may need to raise deposit rates due to competition from yield-bearing stablecoins, impacting the broader financial system.
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Bullish Crypto Fundamentals Amid Dull Prices

  • Institutional adoption of crypto is fundamentally bullish despite current market prices lagging.
  • Crypto markets offer active investment opportunities often missing in passive traditional public markets.
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Stablecoins' Chain Dynamics and Growth

  • Stablecoins issuance on Ethereum and other chains is sticky and growing, but different chains compete on value propositions.
  • Stablecoins are expected to be more dominant outside the U.S., where financial access is limited.
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