Stablecoins for corporates 101

MEA Treasurers Podcast In this episode of the MEA Treasurers Podcast, co-founder of Zodia Markets Nick Philpott joins host Mohamed Kortam to break down the fundamentals of stablecoins and what they mean for corporate finance and treasury teams. The conversation explores the limitations of traditional banking networks and how stablecoins — digital assets pegged to…

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MEA Treasurers Podcast

In this episode of the MEA Treasurers Podcast, co-founder of Zodia Markets Nick Philpott joins host Mohamed Kortam to break down the fundamentals of stablecoins and what they mean for corporate finance and treasury teams. The conversation explores the limitations of traditional banking networks and how stablecoins — digital assets pegged to fiat currencies — can provide faster, more transparent and cost-efficient alternatives for cross-border payments and liquidity management.

Throughout the discussion, Nick and Mohamed cover:

  • What stablecoins are and how they work
  • Structural challenges in traditional banking and payments
  • Types of stablecoins and real-world examples
  • Regulatory and compliance considerations
  • Practical use cases for corporates and financial institutions
  • Where stablecoins are regulated globally
  • Tangible examples of adoption and how treasury functions can start using them
  • The role and future of Zodia Markets in this evolving landscape

Whether you’re a treasury professional, fintech leader, or simply curious about digital finance, this episode offers an accessible yet insightful primer on why stablecoins are becoming central to corporate digital asset strategies.

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