Tomer Weller, VP of Product at Stellar, discusses the blockchain's decade-long evolution, Soroban smart contracts, and real-world use cases including Argentina's adoption and Franklin Templeton's tokenized securities.
In this interview, Tomer Weller from Stellar covers the network's fundamentals, its position as an early Layer 1 blockchain predating Ethereum, and the launch of Soroban for smart contract development. The discussion explores Stellar's approach to attracting developers, censorship resistance, scaling capabilities, and validator infrastructure. Key use cases highlighted include Argentina's financial adoption, Franklin Templeton's tokenized assets, and Stellar's focus on financial inclusion and emerging markets.
