The a16z Show
Chris Dixon: Stablecoins, Startups, and the Crypto Stack
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What if crypto isn’t just a speculative asset class—but the next foundational layer of the internet?
In this episode, Chris Dixon, founding partner of a16z crypto and one of the earliest, most forward-thinking investors in the space, joins TBPN for a wide-ranging conversation on the real, long-term promise of crypto—and why we're still early.
He unpacks:
Why stablecoins are already functioning as internet-native money
How blockchains can serve as global, programmable financial infrastructure
Why programmability, not just low fees, is the real unlock
The evolving regulatory landscape and new bipartisan momentum
The rise of AI agents, decentralized platforms, and real-world crypto use cases
This episode is about long-term thinking, technical optimism, and building open infrastructure for the future of the internet.
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Meet Chris Dixon: Crypto Visionary
The Evolution of Stable Coins
The Future of Stable Coins and Global Payments
Lobbying Efforts and Legislative Impact
Adoption Across Different Sectors
Competitive Forces in the Crypto Market
The Crypto Talent Shortage
Opportunities in the Crypto Space
Crypto Fund Performance
Venture Capital in Crypto
Real World Assets on Blockchain
Social Engineering and Proof of Humanity
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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