# Figure's Blockchain and the Impact on Capital Markets

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Podcast: [This Week in Fintech](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-week-in-fintech-6007929)
Published: 2025-10-01T21:10:57+00:00
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## Resource

"Buckle up because...the cuffs are off." In this conversation, Nik Milanović interviews Mike Cagney, co-founder and CEO of Figure, discussing the company's recent IPO, its innovative product Democratized Prime, and the implications of the Genius Act on capital markets. Cagney shares insights on the evolution of Figure, the role of blockchain in financial services, and the potential for decentralized finance (DeFi) to disrupt traditional banking models. The discussion highlights the importance...

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