The Wolf Of All Streets "The REAL Battle For Bitcoin & Stables Is Just Getting Started" | Paolo Ardoino & Bo Hines
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Feb 8, 2026 
Paolo Ardoino, Tether CEO and tech lead building stablecoin infrastructure; Bo Hines, policy and U.S. market exec focusing on institutional on‑ramps. They discuss why stablecoins are becoming the rails of global finance. They cover liquidity, distribution, USAT’s role in institutional integration, regulatory shifts, and how banks and firms are quietly reshaping payments and settlements.
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Early Tech, Late Recognition
- Tether built stablecoin technology in 2014 and waited over a decade for global recognition.
- Paolo says the Genius Act legitimized that tech and unlocked near-infinite opportunities.
Choose Liquidity Over Vanity Issuance
- Prioritize distribution and liquidity when choosing stablecoin partners.
- Don't issue a proprietary stablecoin unless you can ensure broad settlement and counterparty acceptance.
Mass Inclusion Through Stablecoins
- Tether reached 536 million users, which Paolo calls the biggest financial inclusion success.
- He argues banks can adopt stablecoin tech to offer instant settlement and new monetization.