Stablecoins Masterclass – Application, Risks and Regulatory Focus

Course Introduction

The training course on Stablecoins Masterclass is designed to provide finance professionals with a deep understanding of stablecoins, their practical applications, associated risks, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Through expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and interactive exercises, participants will gain actionable insights into the role of stablecoins in modern financial systems. Whether you are a banker, regulator, or fintech innovator, this course will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of stablecoins and position your organization at the forefront of digital finance advancements.

As financial innovation continues to reshape global economies, stablecoins have emerged as a critical component of digital finance. By combining the efficiency, transparency, and programmability of cryptocurrencies with the price stability of traditional fiat currencies, stablecoins are revolutionizing the way individuals and businesses transact, invest, and manage funds. They enable seamless cross-border transactions, enhance decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, and contribute to broader financial inclusion initiatives. However, regulators worldwide are working to balance the opportunities of stablecoins with appropriate safeguards to address market and consumer risks.

For finance professionals in the UAE and KSA, stablecoins represent both technological progress and a strategic tool for driving key regional objectives such as enhancing cross-border trade, improving financial accessibility, and supporting digital transformation. Initiatives like Project Aber, a joint central bank digital currency (CBDC) project between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, underscore the region’s commitment to integrating digital currencies into economic frameworks.

Key topics covered in this training course on Stablecoins Masterclass:

• Overview of the stablecoin ecosystem and its applications in traditional finance (payments and remittances) and DeFi
• Innovations in stablecoins and the tokenization of real-world assets
• How stablecoins support financial inclusion, micropayments, and microlending opportunities
• Risks within the stablecoin ecosystem, including technical, operational, liquidity, market, and regulatory challenges
• The significance of strong governance frameworks for stablecoin adoption
• Global regulatory developments and emerging compliance best practices
• Integration with central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and expansion into payments, trade finance, and treasury management

Objectives

By the end of this training course on Stablecoins Masterclass, participants will be able to:

• Gain a thorough understanding of stablecoins and their role in contemporary financial systems.
• Explore practical use cases of stablecoins in banking, trade finance, decentralized finance (DeFi), and cross-border transactions.
• Identify key risks associated with stablecoins, including regulatory uncertainties and cybersecurity threats, and develop strategies for risk mitigation.
• Analyze regulatory frameworks in the UAE, KSA, and globally to ensure compliance while fostering financial innovation.
• Anticipate future trends such as programmable money and regional digital currency collaborations like Project Aber.

Who Should Attend?

This Oxford Management Centre training course on Stablecoins Masterclass is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Banking professionals (particularly those in risk, compliance, and digital transformation)
• Regulators and Central Bankers overseeing digital assets
• Fintech enthusiasts exploring stablecoin applications
• Project teams working on DeFi or CBDC projects, and
• Individuals working in Financial institutions interested in emerging technologies and the digital transformation of Finance

Participants will acquire a robust understanding and hands-on practice of the current innovations in the sector, related to stablecoins

Course Outline