Austin Federa, Head of Strategy at Solana Foundation, believes that crypto payments are reshaping financial transactions worldwide. He highlighted the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of blockchain technology, particularly for smaller transactions. Major financial players like Visa are integrating crypto payments into their systems, with Visa using the Solana blockchain for 24/7 transaction settlement. Federa also expressed concerns about U.S. regulation pushing crypto innovation offshore. He emphasized the importance of a regulatory environment that fosters innovation while protecting investors.