John Hallahan, Director, Business Solutions EMEA at Fireblocks, breaks down the evolving landscape of stablecoins, exploring their practical applications and outlining key considerations for banks venturing into this space.

5 Key Takeaways:
- Stablecoins in Action: John showcases diverse real-world use cases, from corporate treasury management to remittances.
- Tokenized Future: He envisions a financial system built on tokenized money, with stablecoins playing a key role.
- Beyond Deployment: Launching a successful stablecoin demands robust governance, administration, and operational strategies.
- Ecosystem is Key: Partnerships with customers, market makers, exchanges, and custodians are crucial for stablecoin projects.
- Banks' Strategic Choices: He advises banks to carefully consider their customer base, partnerships, and value proposition before launching stablecoins.

This presentation is part of the Industry Call on "How to Win in Digital Assets in 2025" by w3.vision x Blockstories.

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction to Fireblocks and John Hallahan
1:00 Fireblocks' Role in the Stablecoin Ecosystem
2:48 Stablecoin Use Cases: From Corporate Treasury to Remittances
7:58 Launching a Stablecoin: Key Steps and Considerations
11:19 The Importance of Ecosystem Partnerships
13:49 Case Studies: Bank Columbia and Banking Circle

What is the Digital Assets Season 2025?

The Digital Assets Season (presented by w3.vision x Blockstories) is Europe’s largest educational campaign on exploring the next drivers of institutional adoption in digital assets.
From January to March 2025, 8 leading industry partners are hosting a 10-week immersive series designed to equip financial institutions with the strategies and playbooks needed to succeed in digital assets in 2025.

Watch, read and participate in our events here: https://www.w3.vision/

Get in touch:
John Hallahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-hallahan-a1698580/
Fireblocks Website: https://www.fireblocks.com/
Vicktoria Klich: www.linkedin.com/in/vicktoriaklich
Maximilian Vargas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maximilian-vargas/

Relevant Links for the Digital Assets Season 2025:
Podcast: https://www.onchainculture.xyz/
Newsletter: https://ccd.beehiiv.com/
Event Calendar: https://lu.ma/w3.vision