Stablecoin 2.0 pioneer @stbl_official is reshaping digital cash by redirecting reserve yield directly back to holders rather than keeping it for the issuer. In this interview, Pranav Agarwal, Founding Investor at STBL, explains how the model works, what comes next for the protocol, and how AI could make stablecoin transactions as simple as a voice command. Launched on Stellar in July with tokenised Treasury backing, STBL plans to integrate Franklin Templeton’s BENJI fund as collateral - building on momentum surrounding a 210 million token unlock on 26 September and the track record of STBL's co-founder Reeve Collins, who previously co-founded Tether and served as its first CEO. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/tet… #STBL #Stablecoins #Tether #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Layer 2 payments network developer @MorphNetwork has launched Morph Payments, a non-custodial settlement solution enabling businesses to accept and send USDC and USDT over major EVM chains, TRON, and Solana. In this interview, Eric Cheung, APAC Head of Partnerships at Morph, outlines why the network is expanding into payments and how the platform solves merchant pain points. The dashboard-driven system settles funds directly to user wallets without middleman custody, with payroll and automated payout features slated for upcoming roadmap releases. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/mor… #Morph #MorphPayments #USDC #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

AI-native fraud prevention provider @nsureai is transforming risk management into a growth engine for crypto exchanges, digital asset platforms, and high-risk merchants. In this interview, Pascal Podvin, Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer at nSureAI, explains why zero fraud is the wrong goal, how identity verification should adapt to fake profiles, and how AI agents will alter transaction security. Operating across London, New York, and Tel Aviv, the firm provides decisioning in under 500 milliseconds with up to 98% approval rates, taking full chargeback liability backed by Lloyd's stop-loss cover for clients including Banxa, Paybis, and Gate.io. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/nsu… #nSureAI #FraudPrevention #CryptoSecurity #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Crypto trading platform @M5dexofficial is streamlining decentralized finance by uniting spot, futures, and perpetuals trading across more than 11 major blockchain networks. In this interview, Maddhu Shekher Bhandari, Founder at M5Dex, outlines the vision behind the platform, how its features simplify trading, and where DeFi is heading next. The ecosystem combines the M5L utility token on BNB Smart Chain with copy trading via M5 Signals and self-custodial M5Wallet security, ahead of launching its proprietary Consta Blockchain. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/m5d… #M5Dex #DeFi #BNBChain #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Onchain private credit platform @eightlends is tackling traditional financing shortfalls by connecting real-world business loans directly to digital asset liquidity. In this interview, Ivan Marchona, Co-Founder at 8lends, explains how the protocol works, how lenders are protected through Swiss partner Maclear AG, and how onchain private credit helps solve Europe's €39 billion SME funding gap. Backed by a recent Cointelegraph Research report highlighting the continent's SME credit shortage, 8lends combines regulated underwriting with smart contract transparency to bring real-world yield onchain. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/8le… #8lends #PrivateCredit #RWA #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Stablecoin 2.0 pioneer STBL is reshaping digital cash by redirecting reserve yield directly back to holders rather than keeping it for the issuer. In this interview, Pranav Agalwar, Founding Investor at STBL, explains how the model works, what comes next for the protocol, and how AI could make stablecoin transactions as simple as a voice command. Launched on Stellar in July with tokenised Treasury backing, STBL plans to integrate Franklin Templeton’s BENJI fund as collateral - building on momentum surrounding a 210 million token unlock on 26 September and the track record of Collins, who previously co-founded Tether and served as its first CEO. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/tet… #STBL #Stablecoins #Tether #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Artificial intelligence developer 0NE Intelligence is advancing research into its Conscious Intelligence model to foster ethical, positive-outcome decision-making. In this interview, Ella Golding, Founder at 0NE Intelligence, breaks down the evolving landscape of ethical AI, sovereign decentralized systems, and building technology for the greater good. The firm's research-driven approach leverages creative data models to ensure emerging autonomous systems prioritize transparency, accountability, and user alignment. Watch here: #0NEIntelligence #EthicalAI #ConsciousIntelligence #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore #0NEIntelligence #EthicalAI #ConsciousIntelligence #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Swiss non-profit @Cardano_CF is accelerating enterprise blockchain adoption through high-profile infrastructure deployments and retail payment rollouts. In this interview, Andreas Pletscher, Chief Operating Officer at Cardano Foundation, outlines what it takes to make public blockchains enterprise-grade and how institutions view decentralized control. The organization’s enterprise efforts include bringing ADA payments to 137 Swiss SPAR stores, launching the USDCx stablecoin on mainnet, and tokenizing securities alongside digital asset exchange Archax. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/car… #CardanoFoundation #USDCx #Archax #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Stablecoin 2.0 pioneer STBL is reshaping digital cash by redirecting reserve yield directly back to holders rather than keeping it for the issuer. In this interview, Reeve Collins, Co-Founder at STBL, explains how the model works, what comes next for the protocol, and how AI could make stablecoin transactions as simple as a voice command. Launched on Stellar in July with tokenised Treasury backing, STBL plans to integrate Franklin Templeton’s BENJI fund as collateral - building on momentum surrounding a 210 million token unlock on 26 September and the track record of Collins, who previously co-founded Tether and served as its first CEO. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/tet… #STBL #Stablecoins #Tether #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

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Blockchain-native narrow bank N3XT has launched to provide instant, 24/7 programmable US dollar settlement backed 1:1 by cash and short-term Treasuries. In this interview, Scott Shay, Founder at N3XT, explains how narrow banking solves liquidity challenges for digital assets and shares lessons learned from creating Signet and Signature Bank. Drawing on four decades of traditional finance leadership, Shay outlines N3XT’s ethical governance framework designed to rebuild trust across global institutional crypto markets. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/sig… #N3XT #NarrowBank #DigitalDollar #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Employment platform @ViewJobs is navigating the intersection of technology and recruitment as artificial intelligence reshapes the hiring market. In this interview, @LewisRomano, Managing Director at ViewJobs, breaks down whether AI is set to replace jobs and highlights the growing recruitment gap across regional Australia. By mapping workforce trends and emerging skills demands, ViewJobs is providing key insights into how employers and candidates can adapt to automated workplace tools. Watch here: grafa.com/news/crypto/ai-vs-… #ViewJobs #AIRecruitment #FutureOfWork #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Global alternative asset manager Trident is deepening its focus on real-world asset tokenisation and artificial intelligence across US, Asian, and European deals. In this interview, Murray Holdgate, Global Head of Private Equity at Trident, breaks down how the private equity perspective on tokenised assets has evolved year-on-year at TOKEN2049. Drawing on an extensive background in capital markets and cross-border transactions, Holdgate outlines the key technological themes driving institutional investment strategies. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/tri… #Trident #RWA #PrivateEquity #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Social trading app @togetherdotfun (TOFU) has officially deployed its TOFU Dex on Hyperliquid, combining live chat rooms and trading commentary with crypto and stock perpetuals. In this interview, Ronald Aparajit, Business Development Lead at Together.fun, explains what sets the platform apart from traditional exchanges and why the team chose Hyperliquid for its trading engine. Founded by former hedge fund and prop trading veterans, the platform incorporates game-style XP rewards, trading drops, and upcoming clan features to gamify onchain markets. Watch here: grafa.com/news/crypto/togeth… #TogetherFun #TOFUDex #Hyperliquid #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Compliance and infrastructure specialist @simplifylabs_io is helping digital asset businesses navigate Europe's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. In this interview, Karym Abdelrakhman, CEO at Simplify Labs, outlines cutting-edge solutions for companies operating in Europe ahead of upcoming regulatory deadlines. Ahead of its dedicated October webinar and European case study release, Simplify Labs continues to provide institutional-grade tools to ensure seamless market access. Watch here: grafa.com/news/crypto/simpli… #SimplifyLabs #MiCA #CryptoCompliance #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Financial technology firm @pyypl is streamlining international money transfers across growth markets using digital asset rails for liquidity and settlement. In this interview, Muhamad Masri, Group CEO at Pyypl, breaks down what the platform delivers for underserved consumers and how AI is changing modern financial services. Regulated in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, and Kazakhstan under a new AFSA licence, Pyypl serves over one million users across 40 countries, offering instant prepaid Visa cards without requiring traditional bank accounts. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/pyy… #Pyypl #Fintech #DigitalAssets #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Fintech innovator @Macropod_AU is positioning itself at the center of digital asset adoption with its focused approach to stablecoin integration. In this interview, Drew Bradford, Founder at Macropod, explains what sets the platform apart from competitors and why stablecoins are poised to transform global finance. With demand growing across both regional Australian markets and global payment rails, Macropod is scaling its infrastructure to meet the next wave of digital dollar adoption. Watch here: grafa.com/news/crypto/macrop… #Macropod #Stablecoins #Fintech #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Decentralised compute protocol Gonka is building specialized infrastructure to lower the cost and latency barriers holding back artificial intelligence development. In this interview, Daniil Liberman and David Liberman, Co-Creators at Gonka, share insights from building consumer products at Snap and explains why solving the underlying compute layer is essential for AI's future. By decentralising access to hardware, Gonka aims to create an open alternative to centralized cloud giants and custom ASICs as AI inference moves to the mainstream. Watch here: grafa.com/news/crypto/gonka-… #Gonka #DecentralizedCompute #AIInfrastructure #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore

Miami-headquartered advisory firm Friedman Global is backing high-growth tech companies through critical funding, compliance, and strategic expansion phases. In this interview, Giscard Friedman, CEO at Friedman Global Advisory, details what is still missing from the Web3 ecosystem and how companies can drive meaningful industry change. The firm assists founders on the global stage by aligning federal registrations, PR branding, strategic partnerships, and AI infrastructure transformation. Watch here: grafa.com/en/news/crypto/fri… #FriedmanGlobal #Web3 #AIInfrastructure #TOKEN2049 #Grafa #TOKEN2049Singapore