EPISODE OVERVIEW
The Wharton School Professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Heath Tarbert, President of Circle and former CFTC Chair, about the rise of stablecoins in the era of digital assets. They examine how USDC functions as a tokenized U.S. dollar, distinct from volatile cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and why trust, transparency, and crypto regulation are essential for long-term stability. The discussion reflects on lessons from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, the risk of stablecoin runs, and the push for uniform federal standards. Looking ahead, they consider how stablecoins, CBDCs, and DeFi innovation could transform payments, cross-border transfers, and financial inclusion in a blockchain-based financial system.
SERIES OVERVIEW
Hosted by Wharton finance professor Itay Goldstein, this limited series takes a deep dive into the cutting-edge insights and pioneering perspectives of innovation experts in the finance industry. Discover the dynamic landscape of financial thought leadership as we explore concepts, groundbreaking research, and predictions that are shaping the future of finance.
PODCAST OVERVIEW
Every day, business scholars answer pressing questions in their research – but what do their insights mean for you? In this podcast, Wharton faculty dive into what inspired their studies and how their findings resonate with the world today. Learn how research insights translate into knowledge you can use, with host Dan Loney.
Learn more at http://whr.tn/rippleeffect.
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