© 2026 The DeFi Report. All Rights Reserved.
In episode 16 of The Signal, Hugo Finkelstein, Co-Founder of Rise, joins us to share insights into the evolving world of crypto payroll.
Learn how Rise is helping businesses globally manage payroll for remote teams using stablecoins, bridging the gap between traditional payment systems and the modern need for flexible, onchain solutions.
Hugo dives into the compliance challenges, the adoption of stablecoins in emerging markets, and the future of payroll innovations.
Don't miss this deep dive into the intersection of Web2 and Web3 payroll solutions and the exciting developments ahead!
Timestamps:
01:55 Guest Introduction: Hugo Finkelstein's Journey into Crypto
08:10 The Rise of Crypto Payroll Solutions
11:22 Challenges and Solutions in Global Payroll
14:23 Future of Payroll: Stablecoins and Streaming Payments
20:18 Emerging Markets and the Impact of Crypto Payroll
27:38 User Experience and Onboarding with Rise
32:35 Future Plans and Market Expansion
36:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
To learn more about web3 payroll services, check out Rise’s blog and case studies.
Disclaimer: Individuals have unique circumstances, goals, and risk tolerances, so you should consult a certified investment professional and/or do your own diligence before making investment decisions. The co-hosts and their guests are not investment advisors and may hold positions in the assets covered. Certified professionals can provide individualized investment advice tailored to your unique situation. The topics discussed are for general educational purposes only, are not individualized, and as such should not be construed as investment advice. Any content shared in the podcast is derived from both publicly available information as well as proprietary data sources. All information presented and sources are believed to be reliable as of the date first published. Any opinions expressed during the show are based on information available as of the date of the publication. Although The DeFi Report and the co-hosts believe the information presented is substantially accurate in all material respects and does not omit to state material facts necessary to make the statements herein not misleading, all information and materials shared or discussed are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranty or condition of any kind either expressed or implied. Please do your own research.