Crypto and Fintech Are Colliding. Who Wins, and How? - Ep. 856

In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO and founder of AZA Finance, about the evolution of the African payment system and the convergence of fintech and crypto. Rossiello discusses the early days of mobile money in Kenya, the challenges of cross-border payments, and the shift from Bitcoin to stablecoins like USDT. She highlights the growth of crypto usage in Africa, the regulatory landscape, and AZA Finance's acquisition by Dlocal. Rossiello also shares her experiences as a female founder in the crypto space and emphasizes the importance of investing in Africa's growing economy. The episode concludes with a brief bonus interview with Charles Guillaume, CTO of Ledger, about their new self-custody product, Ledger Recovery Key.