Central Asia is witnessing a fintech boom, with decentralized networks playing a vital role in regional development. This week, the Licensed to Shill panel dives into this dynamic region, which is rapidly emerging as a pivotal hub for trade and innovation. Anthony Howe from the Global Finance Technology Network (GFTN) joins us to explore the untapped potential of this region, particularly focusing on Georgia's strategic role in the middle corridor.
Georgia's unique geographical position makes it a crucial link between East and West, serving as a primary trade route. This strategic location, combined with a young, tech-savvy population, positions Georgia as a key player in the region's economic landscape. Anthony discusses how GFTN is working to bridge policy, capital, and technology to foster resilient and inclusive financial systems.
The conversation highlights the importance of digital transformation and the emergence of stablecoins and tokenization as financial tools. Collaboration with central banks is emphasized as essential for progress, paving the way for a future where digital finance drives growth.
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Blockcast is hosted by Head of APAC at Ledger, Takatoshi Shibayama . Previous episodes of Blockcast can be found here , with guests like Fredrick Gregaard (Cardano Foundation), Daren Guo (Reap), Yat Siu (Animoca Brands), Kean Gilbert (Lido), Joey Isaacson (Nook), Kapil Dhiman (Quranium) Eric van Miltenburg (Ripple), Davide Menegaldo (Neon EVM), Anastasia Plotnikova (Fideum), Jeremy Tan (Singapore parliament candidate), Hassan Ahmed (Coinbase) and more on our recent shows.
