The crypto industry is refocusing on the uses of its tech stack, says Stellar Development Foundation CEO
Quick Take
- Stellar Development Foundation CEO Denelle Dixon discusses the crypto industry’s progress toward creating more equitable access to the global financial system.
Episode 28 of Season 6 of The Scoop was recorded with The Block's Frank Chaparro and Stellar Development Foundation CEO Denelle Dixon.
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Denelle Dixon is the CEO and Executive Director of the Stellar Development Foundation — the primary development team supporting the Stellar blockchain.
In this episode, Dixon emphasizes the potential of blockchain technology to transform financial services in low- to medium-income countries, particularly in Africa and South America.
She also addresses the need for policymakers to create a supportive environment for the industry and the importance of asset issuance and payments in creating equitable access to the global financial system.
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