The Next Era of Stablecoins w/ Andrew MacKenzie

Welcome to the next era of stablecoins. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew MacKenzie, founder of Agant, the company behind GBPA, to unpack the rising influence of stablecoins in crypto, fintech, and global finance. From daily use cases to geopolitical implications, this is your essential guide to understanding why stablecoins matter right now and how they could shape the future of money.We cover:- What stablecoins are - Where stablecoins fit in the crypto ecosystem- Real-world adoption by companies and platforms- Private sector vs public sector innovations and how stablecoins stack up against CBDCs- The role of central banks - The story behind Agant and building a digital GBPand more...

He launched the first open ended Bitcoin fund in the world, and now, Yves Choueifaty isn’t holding back. In this episode of Blockchain Byliens, the TOBAM CEO breaks down why Bitcoin is “the simplest asset in the world,” why he thinks Ethereum will go to 0, and what most people misunderstand about BTC.From the history of the European Central Bank to nation states acquiring Bitcoin and the future of regulation in Europe, Yves brings the sharp perspective of a traditional asset manager and early crypto pioneer.Whether you’re a Bitcoin maxi or just starting to question the financial system, this one will make you think twice.

What if you could own your own AI? In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Blockchain.com Co-Founder Nicolas Cary talks with Morpheus contributors David Johnston and Bowen Belmer about building a decentralized AI future, putting the power in the hands of people, not corporations.They dive into the philosophy behind decentralized AI, smart agents, open sourcing, the future of the agentic economy, how Morpheus is creating permissionless infrastructure and so much more. If you’re curious about the future of crypto, AI, and personal freedom, this one’s a must listen.

In this special episode of 'Blockchain Bylines,' Nicolas Carey, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, hosts Bitcoin maxi Susie Violet Ward, Co-Founder and CEO of Bitcoin Policy UK, to debate essential topics including institutions getting involved in crypto, the regulatory landscape in the UK, whether memecoins have a place in the market and more.

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Berachain co-founder Smokey the Bera joins the Blockchain.com team for a Berachain crash course, talking about everything from the Berachain lore, to anonymity in the space, to how bullish or bearish he’s feeling on hot crypto narratives.Explore the Berachain ecosystem with Smokey. Expect to learn about Berachain’s unique Proof of Liquidity model, tokenomics, role in the multi-chain sphere and more.

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder of Blockchain.com chats with Philipp Zentner, Co-founder and CEO of LI.FI, a bridge & DEX aggregation protocol. Join us as Zentner explains the technical challenges of scaling blockchain networks, the importance of interoperability and the inception, functions, and future of LI.FI.

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nic sits down with Jasper De Maere, Head of Research at Outlier Ventures, to discuss the the 'Post Web.' They dive into the intersection between AI and blockchain and the radical reimagining of the web. Jasper shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto and explains the implications of AI-driven automation on everyday economic activities. Tune in to discover how AI and blockchain are poised to redefine our interaction with the internet. 00:00 Introduction to Post Swap and Web301:27  Meet Jasper DeMars: From TradFi to Web303:41  The Evolution of the Internet: From Web1 to Web304:46 The Post Web Thesis: Delegating to AI Agents11:34  The Role of Blockchain in AI and Automation14:11  Advice for Entrepreneurs in Web3 17:38  Future Outlook: The Internet in 5-10 Years

In this episode Nic sits down with Cailin Doran, Communications Contributor from BONK to dive into the BONK ecosystem and the wild world of memecoins. Together they break down why memecoins capture the internet’s attention, discuss real world applications, and challenge memecoin skepticism.

In this episode, Nic Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, interviews Sarah Olsen, Managing Partner at Europa Digital Assets (Europa Partners). They discuss Sarah's journey from traditional finance to crypto, the impact of the US's new policies on crypto, Europa Partners future in the evolving crypto landscape, and the growing institutional interest in digital assets.

In this episode of "Blockchain Bylines," Nicolas Cary, co-founder of Blockchain.com reunites with old friend and crypto OG Helen Disney, founder and CEO of Unblocked. The two discuss how far the industry has come since the first big Bitcoin conference in Amsterdam. They dive into misconceptions about the industry, exciting use cases, and their predictions for 2025. Including more innovation on the Bitcoin network, increasing use of stablecoins and the rise of AI.