In this episode, RootstockLabs co-founder Diego Gutierrez explains how Bitcoin-backed stablecoins and decentralized financial primitives are enabling real-world adoption, especially in volatile economies like Argentina. He contrasts Rootstock’s vision of a Bitcoin-secured, censorship-resistant financial stack with more centralized systems like Ethereum or Solana. Diego also explores how stablecoins, tokenized assets, and even nation-states may converge on Bitcoin rails, and why institutional adoption must be balanced with sovereignty and trust-minimization. Enjoy!
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:41) Rootstock & Building on Bitcoin
(10:17) Ledger Ad
(11:06) Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoins
(18:36) Where Will Stablecoins Live?
(22:11) Why Use Bitcoin for Stablecoins?
(25:26) Ledger Ad
(26:12) Problems with Using Other L1s
(30:22) Other Bitcoin Stablecoins
(32:22) Tokenizing Real World Assets
(35:40) Does Tokenizing Make Sense?
(39:05) Why Hasn’t Argentina Embraced Bitcoin?
(44:27) Is the 4-Year Cycle Over?
(48:23) Final Thoughts
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Supply Shock is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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