Stablecoins Masterclass – Application, Risks and Regulatory Focus

Introduction

This training course on Stablecoins Masterclass is designed to equip modern finance professionals with a comprehensive understanding of stablecoins, their key applications, associated risks and evolving regulatory frameworks. Through expert-led discussions, real-world examples and interactive exercises, participants will gain actionable insights into how stablecoins can be integrated into financial ecosystems. Whether you are a banker, regulator, or FinTech Innovator, this training course will prepare you to navigate the complexities of stablecoins and position your organization at the forefront of digital finance innovation.

In today's world, where financial innovation is swiftly transforming the global economy, stablecoins have emerged as a key element in digital finance. They are designed to merge the advantages of cryptocurrencies—such as speed, transparency, and programmability—with the stability of traditional fiat currencies. As a result, stablecoins are changing the way businesses and individuals transact, invest, and handle money. They facilitate smooth cross-border transactions and enable decentralized finance applications, opening up unique and expanding opportunities for efficiency and financial inclusion. Regulators worldwide are focused on balancing these opportunities with the necessary safeguards to address rising market and consumer risks.

For finance professionals across the UAE and KSA, stablecoins represent both technological innovation and a strategic tool for addressing regional priorities such as enhancing cross-border trade, driving financial inclusion, and supporting broader digital transformation initiatives. Programs like Project Aber—a collaborative CBDC initiative between Saudi Arabia and the UAE—highlight the region’s commitment to leveraging digital currencies for economic integration.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

• Introduction to the Stablecoin ecosystem and key use cases across both TradFi (payments and remittance) and DeFi applications
• Latest innovations in stablecoins and tokenization of real-world assets
• How stablecoins are being used to drive financial inclusion, micropayments and microlending opportunities
• Risks across the stablecoin ecosystem, including technical and operational risks, liquidity, market and regulatory risks
• Importance of robust governance frameworks
• Global Regulatory developments and emerging compliance best practices
• Integration with CBDC’s and expansion into payments, trade finance and treasury management