Core Insights - The roundtable discussion on stablecoins highlighted their commercial opportunities and regulatory challenges in the global financial landscape [1] - Recent U.S. legislation, including the "Genius Act" on stablecoins, the Clarity Act, and a ban on CBDCs, is expected to significantly shape the future of Web3 and cryptocurrency [4][6] Regulatory Developments - The U.S. House of Representatives passed three key bills that will impact the future of Web3, including a stablecoin bill, which is anticipated to be signed by Trump [4] - The Clarity Act clarifies that tokens on mature blockchains are classified as commodities, regulated by the CFTC rather than the SEC, and provides certain regulatory exemptions for decentralized finance (DeFi) [4][6] - The third bill prohibits the issuance of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the U.S., establishing a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies [4][6] Stablecoin Characteristics - Stablecoins are not considered traditional currency; they function as a peer-to-peer payment system without a balance concept, serving as a bridge between Web2 and Web3 [2][7] - The issuance of stablecoins is relatively accessible, allowing various assets to be pegged, including fiat currencies, gold, and receivables [2][7] - The potential for stablecoins to revolutionize financial transactions lies in their ability to facilitate low-cost, high-speed transactions, with costs as low as one-thousandth of a cent [10] Market Potential and Challenges - The market for Real World Assets (RWA) is projected to reach trillions of dollars by 2030, indicating significant investment opportunities [3][12] - Hong Kong's efforts to issue stablecoins and create a robust on-chain financial ecosystem are underway, despite challenges in attracting users to local stablecoins compared to USD-pegged options [3][8] - The concept of tokenization is seen as a transformative force, enabling instant settlement and reducing friction costs in traditional finance [11][12] Future Outlook - The development of cross-chain technology and data integration is crucial for the evolution of the blockchain ecosystem, with significant market opportunities anticipated [13][14] - The ongoing interest in "coin-stock linkage" and "chain-stock linkage" reflects a growing trend in capital markets, driven by the potential of blockchain technology [14]