E11: Are Stablecoins the answer to Xborder Fiat Settlement? w/ Ezra Kabrob
Join hosts Jeremy Almond and Megan Guy as they sit down with Ezra Kabrab, Co-founder & CEO of Kaluza, in this compelling episode of the reDeFined Podcast. Broadcasting from São Paulo, Ezra shares his journey from traditional finance to leading a fintech revolution. Learn how Kaluza is transforming financial services with dollar accounts, stablecoins, and instant cross-border payments connecting Brazil, Mexico, and the US.
Episode Highlights:
Brazil's PIX system serving 75% of its population 🌎
Stablecoins driving $3.1 trillion in transactions annually 💱
Bridging gaps between fintech and decentralization 🏦
Ezra’s take on CBDCs and global financial inclusion 🔮
Time Stamps:
00:00 – Intro to ReDefined
00:40 – Meet Ezra Kebab: Background and Career Journey
01:50 – Brazil’s PIX System and Cross-Border Payments
04:00 – Transitioning from Traditional Finance to Blockchain
07:00 – Decentralization vs. Legacy Financial Systems
10:00 – Stablecoins and Real-Time Settlements
15:00 – Brazil’s Payment Innovations: PIX and CBDCs
20:00 – Global Crypto Perspectives: US, Brazil, and Beyond
25:00 – The Future of Stablecoins and Regulatory Challenges
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