Why Institutions Need Privacy Before They Use Crypto

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  April 15, 2026 at 17:30  |  32:47  |  The Block
Speakers
Yuval Rooz — CEO, Digital Asset

Summary

Yuval Rooz, CEO of Digital Asset, explains why privacy is a non-negotiable requirement for institutional adoption of crypto, highlighting Canton Network's approach. He discusses the differences between Canton and Ethereum, the importance of interoperability, and how Visa's involvement as a super validator could enable private on-chain payments. The conversation also covers market outlook, stablecoin adoption, and the need for realistic yields and better user experience in DeFi.

  • Privacy is a critical threshold issue for enterprises to adopt blockchain technology.
  • Canton Network offers built-in privacy features distinct from public blockchains like Ethereum.
  • Interoperability between Canton and Ethereum can enhance asset utility across ecosystems.
  • Visa's participation as a super validator on Canton could revolutionize on-chain payments.
  • Stablecoins need to expand beyond crypto use cases to achieve broader financial utility.
  • Bitcoin faces governance challenges that may hinder its ability to upgrade for threats like quantum computing.
  • Investors are increasingly focused on utility and fee generation in crypto networks.
  • Sustainable DeFi adoption requires realistic yields and improved user experience.
Trade Ideas
Yuval Rooz Head of Research, CryptoSlate 3:57
Ethereum benefits from Canton interoperability.
Ethereum's large and established ecosystem makes it a valuable partner for interoperability with Canton Network, allowing asset movement between chains and increasing utility for both platforms.
ETH MED
Yuval Rooz Head of Research, CryptoSlate 12:24
Bitcoin governance risks hinder upgrades.
Bitcoin's governance structure poses a risk to its ability to upgrade efficiently, particularly for existential threats like quantum computing, which could hinder its long-term viability.
BTC MED
Yuval Rooz Head of Research, CryptoSlate 14:38
Visa's Canton involvement boosts payments.
Visa's role as a super validator on Canton Network, leveraging privacy features for on-chain payments, positions it to capitalize on the future of digital payments and could drive growth.
V MED
Yuval Rooz Head of Research, CryptoSlate 17:30
Stablecoins need non-crypto usage to grow.
Stablecoins are currently used predominantly for crypto-related activities, but for broader adoption and to prove their utility, they need to see a significant increase in usage for non-crypto purposes such as traditional corporate payments and settlements.
STABLECOINS HIGH
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This The Block video, published April 15, 2026, features Yuval Rooz discussing ETH, BTC, V, STABLECOINS. 4 trade ideas extracted by AI with direction and confidence scoring.

Speakers: Yuval Rooz  · Tickers: ETH, BTC, V, STABLECOINS