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Why Filipino Workers Lose Billions in Remittance Fees | Can Stablecoins Help?

May 16, 2026·29 min
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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.

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