Austin Campbell

Austin Campbell, an adjunct professor at NYU Stern and CEO of stablecoin company WSPN USA, shares insights on the future of cryptocurrency under potential Trump administration policies. He discusses the industry's desire for regulatory clarity and highlights the changing landscape at the SEC. Campbell examines the implications of stablecoins and banking regulations, emphasizing the need for a flexible regulatory approach. He also underscores the crypto sector's enthusiasm for a more favorable political environment and the complexities of integrating crypto into traditional finance.

Austin Campbell, a financial markets expert and professor at NYU Stern, discusses the potential fallout of a U.S. Senate bill that could ban yield-bearing stablecoins. He explains how this legislation could favor 'too big to fail' banks while disadvantaging American issuers. The conversation dives into the motivations behind the Democrats’ push for the ban and the implications for consumers. Campbell also touches on the evolving landscape for projects like Ethena and examines whether yield-bearing stablecoins should be classified as securities.

Joseph Wang, who leads a registered investment advisory specializing in macro financial strategies, and Austin Campbell, an NYU professor focusing on stablecoins, discuss the impact of the latest FOMC meeting on the U.S. economy. They explore the idea of the U.S. becoming more like emerging markets with fiscal challenges and deficits. The conversation highlights the role of stablecoins in supporting U.S. dollar dominance and the innovative legislation surrounding them, while also examining the future of U.S. Treasury bonds and their implications for growth.