Tom Warsop highlighted that stablecoins are digital currencies with increasing relevance, especially for cross-border real-time payments.
ACI's solutions are already capable of supporting stablecoin transactions, positioning the company well for future adoption.
The company is actively working with stablecoin partners and sees regulatory clarity, such as the GENIUS Act, as an opportunity to expand use cases.
Stablecoins could reduce FX costs and facilitate more straightforward cross-border payments, which excites the company's leadership.
Management believes ACI is well positioned to benefit from stablecoin growth and has published articles on its potential impact on the payments ecosystem.
Strategic Shift to U.S.-Focused Business and Investment Priorities
Clear Channel is transitioning into a U.S.-focused organization, balancing debt repayment with investments in digital infrastructure and sales force expansion.
Management emphasizes the importance of operating leverage and top-line growth to generate free cash flow for debt reduction.
The company aims to invest in innovation, insights, and new verticals to drive growth, with a focus on digital boards and sales effectiveness.
Launch of AXON Ads Manager and International Expansion Strategy
AppLovin announced the quiet launch of its new AXON ads manager, a self-service portal designed to enable automated workflows and reduce friction for advertisers.
The company plans to open AXON to most major international markets on October 1, 2025, marking a significant step in global expansion.
Management highlighted that the platform's benefits include direct control for advertisers, credit card billing, and deep integrations with attribution providers.
Feedback from initial partners will guide the global public launch in the first half of 2026, with a focus on broadening access and increasing advertiser base.
The launch is timed to coincide with the holiday season, aiming to capitalize on increased advertising demand during this period.
This strategic move aims to help any business of any size grow profitably worldwide, leveraging AppLovin's large user base and advanced technology.