Solana spot ETF applications, the OCC green lighting digital asset activity and the US emphasizing its desire to be the crypto capital of the world.

It's hard not to feel the momentum that is happening in the US and worldwide when it comes to crypto transforming traditional banking.

In this “Live from Links” episode, Eitan Danon (Content Marketing Manager, Chainalysis) has an in person discussion with Carlos Salinas, Head of Digital Assets at Morabanc on the fascinating intersection of fintech, digital assets and traditional banking in Andorra.

Carlos shares how his bank has responded to both client demand and new forms of economic activity, highlighting their novel digital asset custody solutions and the transformative role of regulatory frameworks that Andorra implemented three years ahead of its European peers, allowing Morabanc to navigate the burgeoning digital asset landscape effectively.

The conversation highlights the crucial balance between risk mitigation and innovation, drawing parallels between the evolution of derivatives and the current wave of cryptocurrencies, while discussing the bank's strategy in offering stablecoin-based settlement solutions.

This is truly a snapshot of current trends but also a look at the future potential for programmable finance and digital assets.

Minute-by-minute episode breakdown

2 | Comparing derivatives in the early 2000s to early days of cryptocurrency

4 | Andorra: Unique characteristics and financial environment

6 | Morabanc's role in digital asset custody came from customer demand

11 | The impact the USA momentum on digital assets has around the world

14 | Introducing Morabanc’s revolutionary new stablecoin settlement solution

19 | Consumer protection and crypto security at Morabanc

21 | Future roadmap for Morabanc and digital assets

25 | Attackers try to hack Carlos on LinkedIn

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