Episode 52: Why Europe Needs Its Own Stablecoins | Patrick Starkman & The Future of Digital Payments

Are stablecoins just another cryptocurrency—or are they about to transform the global financial system?In this episode of the Digital Edge Podcast, Françoise sits down with Patrick Starkman, general secretary of AFEPAME and a leading expert in electronic money and euro-denominated stablecoins, to explore how stablecoins are reshaping international payments, reducing transaction costs, and strengthening Europe's financial sovereignty.They discuss:💶 What stablecoins actually are—and how they differ from Bitcoin⚡ Why cross-border payments can become faster and up to 10x cheaper🌍 The growing importance of euro-denominated stablecoins🏛️ How stablecoins could impact European economic sovereignty📈 The role of regulation, MiCA, and the future of digital finance💼 Why businesses and SMEs stand to benefit from this technology🔮 Patrick's predictions for the future of paymentsWhether you're interested in fintech, cryptocurrency, blockchain, digital payments, or the future of finance, this conversation provides valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing areas of financial innovation.👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of technology and business.#Stablecoins #Crypto #Blockchain #DigitalEuro #Fintech #Payments #DigitalFinance #MiCA #Europe #Business #Innovation #DigitalEdgePodcast