Sergey Nazarov Discusses DeFi-TradFi Integration on Fox Business

🤝 TradFi Hearts DeFi?

By Chainlink
Mar 20, 2025, 6:47 PM
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Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov appeared on Fox Business to discuss the evolving relationship between DeFi and traditional finance (TradFi).​

Key points from the discussion:

  • Improved legislation is breaking down barriers between DeFi and TradFi sectors
  • These communities show strong mutual interest in collaboration
  • Integration could significantly enhance the U.​S.​ financial system

This follows Nazarov's earlier prediction that traditional finance will become DeFi's largest customer base, highlighting a growing convergence in global finance.​

The regulatory landscape continues to evolve, potentially opening new opportunities for cross-sector collaboration.​

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