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Every year, Filipino workers abroad send over $35 billion back home to support their families.But a significant portion, sometimes up to 14% is lost to remittance fees.In this episode, Kengo Shoda (Founder, Stablecoin Club) shares insights into how stablecoins could offer a more efficient alternative for cross-border payments.He discusses a Philippine peso stablecoin initiative aimed at reducing costs, improving transaction speed, and expanding financial access for families in the Philippines.Beyond that, the conversation explores the broader role of stablecoins including developments like JPYR and how blockchain technology could reshape global payments.In this episode:- The scale of remittances from Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)- Why fees can reach up to 14%- How stablecoins could lower costs and increase efficiency- The vision behind a peso-backed stablecoin- The future of cross-border paymentsHost: Matthew Owens | Bitcoin.com News 🎧 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on real-world crypto use cases and global finance.
In this episode of Token Narratives, Graham Stone and Alex Richardson break down two of the biggest crypto stories right now: Circle’s new blockchain and token launch, and the high-stakes Clarity Act markup in the US Senate.They start with the market backdrop: Bitcoin losing $80K support, debate over whether this is just another relief rally, and the growing split between bullish and bearish macro takes. The conversation covers Dave the Wave, Benjamin Cowen, long-term holder stress, and why this cycle may still be young even if the drawdown has felt relatively mild.The episode then dives deep into Circle’s ARK chain and token. Graham and Alex unpack what ARK is supposed to do, why Circle is building a stablecoin-native financial chain, how the token is structured, and whether this is a real infrastructure play or just another corporate token money grab. They also debate whether Circle’s positioning, partners, and regulatory tailwinds give it a serious shot at becoming a major on-chain financial layer.Finally, they get into the Clarity Act markup: what the bill does, why the banking lobby is panicking about stablecoin yield, why developer protections matter so much, and how this legislation could shape the next phase of crypto regulation in the US. It’s a wide-ranging conversation on Bitcoin, stablecoins, RWAs, policy, and the narratives that could define the next cycle.00:55 - Welcome to Token Narratives Episode 10101:29 - Market Overview and Analysis02:59 - CPI and Consumer Sentiment03:57 - Geopolitical Impacts on Markets04:28 - Bitcoin Market Analysis05:34 - Long-term Market Predictions06:59 - Ray Dalio's Bitcoin Analysis08:18 - Discussion on Stablecoins and Yields10:18 - Introduction to Circle's New Token, ARK13:16 - ARK Token Analysis16:58 - Future of Circle's Blockchain20:11 - Discussion on Token Utility25:19 - Conclusion on Circle's Strategy26:30 - Clarity Act Markup Discussion37:21 - Closing Remarks
Ben Reynolds was Silvergate's first Bitcoin-side hire back in 2016 and the company's president when it wound down in 2023. After stops at BVNK and BitGo, he joined SoFi six months ago to build out commercial banking at the intersection of TradFi and digital assets.In this conversation, Reynolds explains why most new stablecoins are doomed without users or distribution, what makes SoFi's 15 million members and $50B balance sheet an unfair edge, and why the next wave of stablecoin innovation belongs to regulated banks.We cover:Why stablecoins without users or distribution are "almost doomed to fail"The three legs of the stool: members, Galileo, and commercial bankingHow the GENIUS Act pulls stablecoin innovation back into regulated banksWhy bank-to-bank stablecoin interoperability is the next big problemWhat SoFi's $50B balance sheet means for counterparty riskWhy lending is the next frontier after paymentsFilmed at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas.Host: David Sencil🎧 Listen now and follow the show for more conversations with the builders shaping the future of Bitcoin, stablecoins, and digital finance.
Is anonymity in crypto really coming to an end?In this episode, Alex Richardson sits down with Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, CEO of Concordium, to unpack one of the biggest shifts happening in blockchain today—where privacy, identity, and regulation collide.While much of the industry is still focused on hype cycles and memecoins, this conversation goes deeper into what it actually takes for crypto to reach mainstream, real-world adoption.We explore why institutions remain cautious, what’s missing from today’s Layer 1 blockchains, and how new approaches—like identity at the protocol level and zero-knowledge proofs—could reshape the future of digital finance.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why anonymity may not work for large-scale adoption- The real role of privacy in a regulated world- How identity can unlock institutional use cases- What most blockchains are getting wrong today- Why the next few years could redefine the entire crypto landscapeBoris shares a clear perspective:For crypto to move forward, it needs to work within real-world systems—not outside them.This isn’t about removing privacy—it’s about building it the right way.Guest & Links:Concordium: https://www.concordium.com/X (Twitter): https://x.com/Concordium
What if Bitcoin isn’t just digital gold… but the foundation of an entirely new financial system?Michael Saylor, Founder and Chairman of Strategy, joins David Sencil to break down Bitcoin’s next evolution from a store of value to a powerful engine for growth, yield, and global credit.In this conversation, Saylor dives into:- Why Bitcoin could grow 30% annually- How Bitcoin-backed credit is changing finance- The rise of yield-generating BTC strategies- And what a Bitcoin-powered monetary system looks likeIf you want to understand where Bitcoin is headed next — this is the conversation to hear.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to STRC and Bitcoin's Potential02:48 Transforming Bitcoin into a Stable Credit Instrument06:03 Market Demand and Target Audience for STRC09:05 Comparing Bitcoin with Traditional Assets11:46 Understanding the Growth and Acceptance of STRC14:52 Competition and Future of Digital Credit Instruments17:51 Market Dynamics and STRC's Future Strategy🎧 Hit play, follow the show, and share this episode with someone who still thinks Bitcoin is “just a coin.”
What does crypto look like in one of the world’s most regulated markets?At TEAMZ Summit 2026 in Tokyo, Matthew Owens sits down with Kondo Tomohiko, CEO of SBI VC Trade the only licensed stablecoin exchange in Japan to explore stablecoins, regulation, and adoption. From USDC lending to Japan’s upcoming JPY-backed stablecoin, this episode reveals how strict regulation is shaping long-term opportunity.🔍 Topics Covered:• SBI VC Trade’s stablecoin license in Japan• USDC lending (up to 10% promo, ~5% target)• JPYSC (yen-backed stablecoin, Q2 2026)• RLUSD + 1M yen cap on foreign stablecoins• Japan FSA regulation & Coincheck impact• Crypto adoption: 14M users, 0.2% allocation• Staking culture in Japan• Metaplanet’s ~35,000 BTC treasury🎙 Guest: Kondo Tomohiko (Representative Director and President, SBI VC Trade)🎤 Host: Matthew Owens (Bitcoin.com) 📍 TEAMZ Summit 2026, TokyoChapters:00:31 - Introduction and Company Overview01:24 - Full-scale Introduction and Gaps02:35 - USB-C and Lending Services03:45 - Interest Rates and Campaigns05:02 - Economic Context in Japan06:05 - Conference and Fake Merchants07:19 - Company Operations and Innovations08:31 - RLUSD and XRP Discussion10:26 - Licensing and Regulations11:37 - Direct-to-Sales Payment Method12:59 - Cryptography and Stablecoin Licenses14:31 - Regulatory Environment in Japan17:05 - Coin Check Incident and Regulations18:29 - Industry Impact and Protection20:20 - Japanese Market and Investments22:28 - Young People's Interest in Investments24:12 - SBI Group and Asset Classes 25:09 - Staking and Stable Income27:07 - Conference with Metplanet28:14 - Metaplanet and Market Insights29:36 - Closing Remarks👉 Like, comment, subscribe, and share for more global crypto insights—plus follow Bitcoin.com for the latest in Web3 and DeFi.
Arthur Hayes breaks down his macro framework for Bitcoin in this conversation with David Sencil at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas.Key topics:- Why Bitcoin tracks global fiat liquidity- Why this isn’t a true bull run yet- The $145K level that matters- AI as a potential credit shock- How money printing and bank credit drive marketsHayes argues that Bitcoin’s price is ultimately tied to the expansion of fiat in the global system, not institutional narratives or short-term sentiment.Chapters:00:00 The Future of Crypto and Retail Involvement03:02 Oil Markets and Economic Implications05:52 Bitcoin's Performance and Economic Indicators09:11 AI's Impact on the Economy11:59 Liquidity and Monetary Policy15:06 The Role of Stablecoins in Global Finance18:00 The State of DeFi and Security Concerns20:55 Market Sentiment and Future PredictionsArthur Hayes IG - https://www.instagram.com/cryptohayes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-hayes-b493b42/Substack - https://cryptohayes.substack.com/Web: https://www.cryptohayes.comX - https://x.com/cryptohayesMaelstrom Fund LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maelstromfundWeb - https://www.maelstrom.fundX - https://x.com/maelstromfund👉 Follow for macro-driven Bitcoin insights and real market analysis—no noise, just signal.
Ashley Ebersole spent his early SEC years on the distributed ledger working group. He has a vantage on the agency's crypto enforcement era that very few industry voices have.At Paris Blockchain Week 2026, he sits with David Sencil to walk through the embodiment theory courts later rejected, the asymmetric settlement pressure that forced startups to fold, and what tx is now building: the first FINRA-approved stock-token platform in the U.S.We cover:- The SEC's enforcement-first era and what it cost- The unlimited-budget settlement asymmetry- The embodiment theory and other rejected novel theories- What tx is building with FINRA-approved stock tokens- Why Gen Z is skipping traditional brokerage accountsChapters:00:24 - Bitcoin.com Live News Desk at Paris Blockchain Week01:28 - Background of Ashley Ebersole02:11 - SEC and New Technologies03:16 - Awareness of Bitcoin and Crypto04:06 - Experience at the SEC05:04 - Changes in SEC Leadership06:14 - Regulatory Challenges and Theories07:07 - Enforcement First Approach08:05 - Legal Theories and Court Rejections10:11 - Government Influence on Settlements12:06 - Bias Against Crypto14:02 - Legal Challenges and Court Decisions16:08 - Misunderstandings About Tokenization18:03 - Generational Differences in Financial Products20:25 - Predictions for On-Chain Real-World Assets21:42 - Understanding Tokenization 24:19 - TX and Tokenization Platform27:06 - Questions About Tokenized Stocks29:59 - Regulatory Approaches and Tokenization33:23 - Jurisdictional Differences in Tokenization36:30 - Future Discussions and Closing RemarksFollow for more conversations on crypto, markets, and the future of finance.
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