DEA Member Spotlight Series | E5 - Programmability beyond Smart Contracts

Description

Join Lars Hupel, Chief Evangelist at Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), for a sharp and insightful exploration of one of the most debated topics in digital money: programmability.

As the discussion around programmable payments continues to evolve, central banks remain cautious about introducing programmable features into retail CBDCs, while in the wholesale space they are often seen as essential. Add stablecoins and tokenised deposits to the equation, and the landscape becomes even more complex.

In this session, Lars will cut through the noise and offer a structured perspective. G+D proposes a more nuanced approach: choosing the right level of programmability for the right use case. From conditional payments to fully fledged smart contracts, they will outline a hierarchy of models and explain how different stakeholder objectives can be achieved in multiple ways.

Expect clarity, practical insights, and a fresh framework to navigate the programmability debate.

Who should attend?

The Member Spotlight Series is geared toward industry professionals, decision-makers, and stakeholders interested in practical solutions for challenges in the digital and DLT space. It’s designed for technologists, business leaders, and innovators seeking impactful solutions as well as DEA members looking to learn from and collaborate with others.

Participants of the videocast: Lars Hupel (Chief Evangelist, Giesecke+Devrient)

Moderators: Tamara Ferreira Schmidt (Executive Director, DEA)

Location: Online. Details for the live broadcast will be sent to you on the day of the event (no prior software installation required)