How DeFi Meets Traditional Finance - Irina Chuchkina | ATC #593

In this fascinating episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Irina Chuchkina, the Chief Growth Officer at Wallet in Telegram. The discussion dives deep into the wallet infrastructure within Telegram, covering topics like stablecoins, tokenized assets, privacy, and regulation. Irina shares insights into the user adoption strategies, financial inclusion efforts, and the potential of Telegram becoming a super app. She also discusses her experiences working in various regions, the challenges of global expansion, and the duality of custodial and non-custodial wallets. A must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of messaging platforms and financial services.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 1:20 Meet Irina Chuchkina: Chief Growth Officer at Wallet in Telegram
• 1:58 Irina's Journey in FinTech Across the Globe
• 4:24 The Rise of Blockchain and Stablecoins
• 6:31 Exploring Telegram's Ecosystem
• 9:45 Understanding Wallet in Telegram
• 15:59 Debunking Myths About Wallet in Telegram
• 19:40 Tokenized Assets and Investment Opportunities
• 26:27 The Future of Super Apps and Embedded Finance
• 28:58 The Need for a Global Super App
• 32:33 Challenges in Building a Global Super App
• 34:21 Regional Adoption and Compliance
• 36:37 Financial Inclusion and Market Potential
• 42:24 The Evolution of DeFi and Traditional Finance
• 54:23 Future Plans and Success Metrics