The Rise of Blockchain and Stablecoin Payment Rails

Blockchain is moving beyond pilots — and stablecoins are already being used for real-time settlement at scale. But does this signal a new financial infrastructure, or simply a new layer on top of existing systems? This session explores what it takes to build institution-ready onchain finance, how stablecoins are reshaping cross-border payments, and whether traditional banking rails are being complemented, challenged, or quietly replaced.