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Summary of Conference Call on Stablecoins Industry Overview - The discussion revolves around the stablecoin market, particularly in the context of regulatory developments and market dynamics affecting the Hong Kong and global markets [1][9][10]. Core Insights and Arguments - Stablecoin Definition and Purpose: Stablecoins are designed to facilitate the conversion between traditional fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies, addressing the volatility issues of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum [1][25]. - Types of Stablecoins: Stablecoins can be categorized into four main types: fiat-collateralized, crypto-collateralized, algorithmic, and commodity-backed. As of May 2025, fiat-collateralized stablecoins dominate the market, accounting for 97% of the total market capitalization [3][27]. - Regulatory Landscape: - The European MICA regulation and Hong Kong's stablecoin regulations impose strict compliance requirements on stablecoin issuers, including the need for regular audits and transparent asset reserves [9][10][11]. - The U.S. is advancing the Genius Act, which mandates that stablecoin issuers maintain a 1:1 ratio of high-quality liquid assets to support their stablecoins [11][12]. - Market Dynamics: The total market capitalization of stablecoins was approximately $215.2 billion as of March, with a 2.1% month-over-month growth in April. Tether and Circle's USDC together hold over 90% of the market share [18][19]. Important but Overlooked Content - Risks of Algorithmic Stablecoins: Historical failures, such as the collapse of UST and LUNA, highlight the vulnerabilities of algorithmic stablecoins during extreme market conditions [5][27]. - Impact on U.S. Treasury Demand: As stablecoin demand increases, issuers may become significant buyers of short-term U.S. Treasuries, although their current holdings are not substantial [18][19][29]. - Cross-Border Payment Advantages: Stablecoins offer significant advantages over traditional SWIFT systems in terms of speed and cost for cross-border transactions, with transactions potentially settling within minutes compared to days for SWIFT [15][16][17]. - Need for Practical Applications: The growth in stablecoin demand is contingent upon the development of practical applications and use cases, such as in DeFi and cross-border payments, rather than just regulatory compliance [21][22][29]. Conclusion - The stablecoin market is poised for growth, driven by regulatory clarity and the need for efficient payment solutions. However, the actual demand will depend on the successful implementation of stablecoins in real-world applications and the assurance of full asset backing by issuers [22][29].