Rethinking DeFi: Tokens, Tech, and Regulations with Julien & Lucas

Julien and Lucas share insights on the push toward regulated decentralised exchanges, the rise of stablecoins by major companies, and the role of global politics, including the impact of Trump’s crypto policies and Europe’s regulatory approach. Truly reflecting on the philosophical balance between decentralisation and pragmatism, questioning what it means for the blockchain ecosystem as it matures and reshapes the financial world. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Key Themes 01:31 Stablecoins and Regulation 03:10 Trump’s Crypto Impact on Europe 06:50 The DeFi Renaissance 11:09 Regulation, Clarity, and Innovation 17:14 Are Rollups Solving Anything? 22:30 Tokens vs. Utility in DeFi 26:39 The Convergence of DeFi and TradFi Follow Julien Bouteloup, CEO of Stake Capital on Social Media Julien Bouteloup on X Stake Capital on X Follow Lucas Vogelsang, Co-founder and CEO at Centrifuge on Social Media Lucas Vogelsang on X Centrifuge on X Follow Sebastien Couture & The Interop on our Socials Sebastien Couture The Interop