Ivan from Xocolatl Finance is building a revolutionary stablecoin based on the Mexican peso, aimed at empowering local builders and creating a DeFi ecosystem in Mexico.

With a background in logistics and product management, Ivan shares his journey of building Xocolatl, navigating community-driven development, and leveraging grassroots efforts to create an impactful project without VC backing.

(00:07) Introduction to Ivan and Xocolatl Finance

(00:23) Ivan’s background and the journey from logistics to Web3

(04:49) Why Xocolatl was created: A stablecoin for the Mexican economy

(05:32) Benefits of Xocolatl for Mexican builders and its real-world applications

(08:06) Navigating development without VC backing

(13:56) The future of stablecoins in Mexico and Latin America

(19:39) Challenges  ...