The Rollup How The GENIUS Act Could Change the Dollar Forever - Sam Kazemian & Stani Kulechov
May 28, 2025
This engaging discussion features Sam Kazemian, the visionary behind Frax Finance, and Stani Kulechov, the founder of Aave. They dive deep into the implications of the GENIUS Act, which could legitimize stablecoins as legal tender. Sam highlights the explosive growth potential of stablecoins and AI, while Stani unveils the future of securities tokens in the on-chain economy. The conversation also touches on the evolution of dollar issuance and the need for regulatory balance to foster innovation in decentralized finance.
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Stablecoins Rapidly Gaining Traction
- Stablecoins represent only about 1% of all US dollars in circulation but are rapidly growing in adoption.
- Their role is pivotal as they gain mainstream traction and regulatory support accelerates.
Genius Act's Historic Impact
- The Genius Act could legally transform stablecoins into recognized money backed by the U.S. government.
- This shift is historic and opens huge opportunities for stablecoins beyond regional licenses.
Stablecoins Enable New Use Cases
- Stablecoins offer unique financial access in inefficient systems, especially in countries with fragile currencies.
- They also enable yield opportunities and borderless payments in developed markets like the US and Europe.