On The Brink with Castle Island Anthony Yim (Artemis) on Stablecoin Payments from the Ground Up (EP.629)
May 29, 2025
Join Anthony Yim, cofounder of Artemis, as he dives into his company's groundbreaking report on stablecoin payments. He discusses the meticulous process behind their volume estimates and why transparency is crucial in an industry plagued by misinformation. Anthony highlights the explosive growth of B2B transactions versus traditional methods and the challenges of tracking genuine usage. Additionally, he shares insights on how stablecoins can revolutionize borderless finance and improve accessibility for underserved populations.
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Anthony's Data Gathering Effort
- Anthony Yim started calling stablecoin players to gather direct data for a real-world payments volume estimate.
- He engaged many firms to share sensitive data to create a more accurate picture of stablecoin use cases.
Stablecoin Payments Market Penetration
- Stablecoin B2B payments are rapidly growing but represent less than one basis point of the $145 trillion B2B market.
- Current monthly stablecoin B2B payments are around $3 billion, signaling huge room for growth.
Value of Bottom-Up Estimates
- Bottom-up conservative estimates provide more reliable stablecoin payment data than flashy top-line figures.
- This approach reveals minimum volumes and growth, cutting through speculative and unsubstantiated top-line claims.