In Episode 104 of The Money Movement, Jeremy Allaire joins Chris Maurice, Co-founder and CEO of Yellow Card, to discuss the potent role of stablecoins in promoting trade and commerce across Africa. Chris shares a candid account of Yellow Card’s origin story, outlines the friction holding back economic progress on the continent, and explains why he’s bullish about mass adoption in the years ahead.  Their conversation also covers:👉11:38 – On- and off-ramps👉14:45 – Stablecoin sandwich thesis👉22:50 – Regulatory trends in AfricaIf you’re interested in learning more about fintech’s role in transforming financial services and payments across Africa, tune in to this episode of The Money Movement. Subscribe here:👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3lUcJFN 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3G3CrPZ 👉 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lUd6jF 👉 Email: https://bit.ly/3aXWYY5 About the showThe global economy is experiencing unprecedented challenges and change. Business leaders everywhere are grappling with how to transform their companies to become more digital, resilient and efficient. As we face this change, a new global movement is building around the promise of digital currencies and blockchains — forming a new architecture for the global economy and creating new opportunities for companies everywhere. The Money Movement explores the issues, ideas and icons driving this transformation in how we spend, send, save and store value.The Money Movement is brought to you by Circle. Our mission is to raise global economic prosperity through the frictionless exchange of value. Learn more about Circle Business Accounts and Platform APIs at circle.com.The Money Movement with Jeremy Allaire is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

In this engaging discussion, Rand Hindi, Co-founder and CEO of Zama, dives into the cutting-edge world of Fully Homomorphic Encryption and its applications in AI and blockchain. He articulates his journey into tech, highlighting the critical need for privacy in our digital landscape. Rand unveils how FHE can protect confidentiality in financial transactions while simplifying compliance through smart contracts. The conversation also explores the innovative merging of AI and blockchain, paving the way for secure data monetization and future financial applications.

In a thought-provoking discussion with Jeremy Allaire, Dave McCormick, a Republican Senate candidate from Pennsylvania, delves into his rich background in military service and business leadership. They explore the crucial role of innovation in the U.S. and the urgent need to navigate challenges posed by disruptive technologies like cryptocurrency and AI. McCormick emphasizes the importance of winning a global talent war and renewing American leadership, particularly in the context of national security and competition with China.

Nana Murugesan, President of Matter Labs, dives into the captivating world of zero-knowledge proofs and scalable blockchain infrastructure. He shares his journey into crypto and discusses how to make complex technology fun and accessible. The conversation explores the significance of identity verification, privacy, and security in a digital age. Additionally, Nana delves into the balancing act between permissioned and permissionless systems and emphasizes the urgent need for improved user experiences in cryptocurrency, paving the way for future innovations.

In this conversation, Chris Dixon, an investor and author focused on Web3 and tech innovation, discusses the evolution of the internet, emphasizing the promising future of decentralized systems. He explores the transformative potential of blockchain, the rise of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and the complexities of digital tokens. Dixon also dives into the need for thoughtful regulation in the crypto space, particularly as it pertains to maintaining innovation while ensuring investor protection.

Arnold Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Sphere Labs, shares his expertise on stablecoin applications and their transformative power in finance. He discusses the significant benefits stablecoins offer for cross-border payments, especially for SMEs in emerging markets. Lee delves into advancements in blockchain technology that enhance transaction efficiency and explores regulatory challenges facing digital finance. The conversation highlights the critical interplay between technology and policy, shaping the future landscape of money exchanges.

BTG Pactual CEO, Roberto Sallouti, discusses fintech innovation in Brazil and beyond with Jeremy Allaire. They cover topics like the digital revolution, blockchain rails, Brazil's trajectory, energy infrastructure, and the open money era. The conversation delves into modernizing financial infrastructure, strategic partnerships, Brazil's economic prospects, and the potential in AI and clean energy infrastructure.

Acclaimed philanthropist, Michael Milken, discusses financial inclusion, reducing industry friction, challenges of limited capital access, dispelling myths, importance of education and healthcare, and driving technology adoption with Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire. Topics include eliminating middlemen, demographic surprises, fostering trust, and access and inclusion.

Adena Friedman first joined Nasdaq in 1993 as an intern. Today, she is the Chair and CEO, guiding Nasdaq’s transformation into a leading global exchange and technology solutions company, with operations across six continents.At the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Adena joined Circle Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO Jeremy Allaire for a wide-ranging conversation about capital markets, financial innovation, wealth creation, and carbon removal.In their Money Movement conversation, Jeremy and Adena covered:👉 1:10 – IPO momentum👉 7:45 – Stocks and building wealth👉 11:00 – Tech-driven innovation👉 18:00 – Bitcoin ETFs👉 27:00 – Investor protectionsIf you’re interested in learning more about innovations in capital markets, tune in to this episode of The Money Movement. Subscribe here:👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3lUcJFN 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3G3CrPZ 👉 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3lUd6jF 👉 Email: https://bit.ly/3aXWYY5 About the showThe global economy is experiencing unprecedented challenges and change. Business leaders everywhere are grappling with how to transform their companies to become more digital, resilient, and efficient. As we face this change, a new global movement is building around the promise of digital currencies and blockchains — forming a new architecture for the global economy and creating new opportunities for companies everywhere. The Money Movement explores the issues, ideas, and icons driving this transformation in how we spend, send, save, and store value.The Money Movement is brought to you by Circle. Our mission is to raise global economic prosperity through the frictionless exchange of value. Learn more at circle.com.The Money Movement with Jeremy Allaire is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

Kenneth Rogoff, former chief economist at the IMF, joins Jeremy Allaire to discuss interest rate trends, China's currency, modern monetary theory, radical tech disruption, CBDCs, and surveillance in this wide-ranging conversation on economics, technology, and policy.