WhiteBIT hosts institutional leaders at FC Barcelona Museum
On October 15, cryptocurrency exchange WhiteBIT, as part of its Institutional Night event, brought together C-level executives from investment banks, stablecoin issuers, and fintech companies at an iconic venue – the FC Barcelona Museum. The event featured panel discussions dedicated to stablecoin adoption in corporate treasuries and the infrastructure supporting digital asset transformation.
WhiteBIT, one of Europe's largest cryptocurrency exchanges and official crypto partner of FC Barcelona, gathered institutional finance leaders at an exclusive private event on October 15.
The event maintained an invite-only format, with exclusive invitations extended to over 100 representatives from institutional trading firms, investment banks, stablecoin issuers, prime brokers, and fintech platforms.
As stablecoins increasingly transform financial infrastructure and global payment flows, attendees examined the evolving role of crypto ecosystems in traditional finance.
Exclusive tour of FC Barcelona heritage
Guests experienced a private tour of FC Barcelona Museum, exploring the club's legendary history through its trophy collection, memorabilia, and interactive exhibits celebrating football icons including Lionel Messi.
The evening featured a special appearance by Bojan Krkić, former FC Barcelona forward now serving as the club's Football Department Coordinator. Krkić addressed guests on themes of trust, teamwork, and shared values – drawing connections between football and business principles, emphasizing how strong partnerships maintain authenticity and global fan connections.
Institutional stablecoin challenges and opportunities
The centerpiece discussion, "From Trading to Treasury: Challenges and Opportunities in Institutional Adoption of Stablecoins," featured moderation by Sergii Bulgakov, WhiteBIT Chief Commercial Officer. Panel executives represented Paxos, VanEck, and Franklin Templeton – three pillars of emerging financial architecture covering stablecoin issuance, digital asset trading, and investment banking.
Stablecoins have evolved beyond their initial role as crypto trading proxies, now entering corporate treasuries and global payment systems. A Paxos representative explained:
People use stablecoins because it's an effective form of commerce. They remove friction, volatility, and offer 24/7 settlement – making it a perfect vehicle for exchanging value across borders.
This efficiency extends to corporate treasury applications. VanEck's representative noted:
Corporates can use stablecoins to optimize their cashflow and earn extra yield on stablecoin balances making it an alternative investment tool.
Innovation driving adoption
Innovation across the sector is accelerating. Paxos recently launched the Global Dollar Network, designed to make regulated, dollar-backed assets accessible worldwide. Franklin Templeton's Benji tokenized money market fund demonstrates successful traditional finance and blockchain convergence.
Panelists identified the fundamental transformation: traditional finance shifting from account-based systems to wallet-based ecosystems, where stablecoins become the settlement layer for global money movement.
With Citibank projecting stablecoins reaching a $4 trillion market by 2030, the majority of the global population could be using them daily – potentially without conscious awareness.
WhiteBIT Institutional: bridging traditional and digital finance
Since launching Institutional Services in 2023, WhiteBIT has delivered professional-grade trading tools, custody solutions, and liquidity infrastructure designed for corporate and institutional clients.
WhiteBIT drives mass stablecoin and digital asset adoption through its Crypto-as-a-Service product, enabling banks, telecommunications companies, and fintech platforms to integrate crypto seamlessly, reaching millions of users.
WhiteBIT’s mission – to bridge traditional and digital finance – supports institutions entering a blockchain and digital asset-defined future with confidence.
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