{"id":"pierre-person","version":1,"language":"en","title":"Pierre Person","hidden":false,"content":"**Pierre Person** is the CEO of [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual), a fintech company involved in [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) development. He is a former Deputy of Paris and has held roles within the French government, including Vice-President of the presidential party and political advisor to President Emmanuel Macron during the 2017 presidential campaign. Person has focused on financial regulation and has contributed to policy development on [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) and [crypto](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency)-assets to strengthen France and Europe’s position in the global financial sector. [\\[4\\]](#cite-id-k8g07c3uk98)[\\[5\\]](#cite-id-ouco78czcn)[\\[6\\]](#cite-id-jnx98byft4d)[\\[7\\]](#cite-id-sx05qi5t4zm)[\\[8\\]](#cite-id-ucslstujnt)  \n  \n# Education  \n  \nPierre Person pursued legal studies, beginning with a Licence in Law from the Université de Poitiers (2007–2010), followed by a Master’s degree in Public Law (2010–2011) from the same institution. He continued his studies with a specialization in Urban and Construction Law at Université de Poitiers (2011–2012) and obtained a Master’s in Health Law and Pharmaceutical Enterprise at Université de Lorraine (2012–2013). He completed his education with a Master from the Institut d'Étude Judiciaire at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (2013–2014). Additionally, he earned a Corporate Finance International Certificate from HEC Paris in 2015. [\\[6\\]](#cite-id-jnx98byft4d)  \n  \n# Career  \n  \nPierre Person commenced his professional career as a legal assistant at a Paris-based law firm, serving from January 2013 to June 2015. During this period, he developed practical knowledge in law and regulation, gaining foundational experience in the legal sector. In October 2015, he joined CGI Business Consulting as a consultant on national internal security matters, focusing on public safety strategies until October 2016.  \n  \nIn June 2014, he co-founded \"Les Jeunes avec Macron,\" a youth movement advocating for Emmanuel Macron’s candidacy, where he served as President until June 2017. Subsequently, he advised Macron's 2017 presidential campaign, contributing in various strategic capacities.  \n  \nIn June 2017, Person was elected as a Member of Parliament for Paris’s 6th district, a position he held until 2022. Initially appointed as Secretary of the Finance Committee, he contributed to budgeting for cultural projects, authored finance law reports, and supervised public cultural institutions. His focus on emerging technologies led him to author reports on [crypto](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency)-assets and [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), which contributed to the PSAN regulatory framework. In May 2019, Person transitioned to the Law Committee, concentrating on institutional reform, corporate tax policy, and industrial sovereignty, particularly in the context of hostile takeovers during the COVID-19 pandemic.  \n  \nIn October 2019, he assumed the role of Vice President of the Renaissance party, holding the position for one year, and previously served as National Delegate for Territories and Elections from June 2017 to October 2019. Since July 2022, Person has served as CEO at [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual), overseeing the development of the USD0 [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin). Additionally, since January 2023, he has been an Associate Professor at Sciences Po in Paris, teaching on subjects related to politics, finance, and emerging technologies.  \n  \nPierre Person has been involved in the regulation of [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) technology and crypto-assets within France and Europe. His work in Parliament included two reports on these technologies, contributing to the establishment of the PSAN framework for [crypto](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) service providers. [\\[5\\]](#cite-id-ouco78czcn)[\\[6\\]](#cite-id-jnx98byft4d)[\\[7\\]](#cite-id-sx05qi5t4zm)[\\[8\\]](#cite-id-ucslstujnt)  \n  \n# Interviews  \n  \n## Pierre Person on Crypto Regulation  \n  \nIn an interview on \"The Ben Keady Show\" YouTube channel, broadcast on June 9, 2024, Pierre Person outlined his political background, views on [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) regulation, and the launch of [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual), a [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) backed by [real-world assets](https://iq.wiki/wiki/real-world-assets-rwas).  \n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](BwNN8-bcsS4)$$  \nPerson described his early political involvement, beginning at age 15 and progressing to an advisory role to the French President. He noted that his interest in [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) technology contributed to his work on France’s initial regulatory framework for [cryptocurrencies](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) in 2019, which later influenced his approach to [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual), structured as a [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) with an emphasis on transparency and decentralization.  \n  \nIn discussing [central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/central-bank-digital-currency-cbdc), Person expressed concerns about their potential impact on privacy and individual freedoms. He indicated that [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual) aims to partner with established fintech firms to enhance accessibility and facilitate integration with traditional financial systems, thereby addressing the transition between Web 2.0 and [Web 3.0](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3).  \n  \nPerson also noted the importance of educating both policymakers and the public to support the informed adoption and regulation of [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency). He emphasized the need for regulatory approaches that strike a balance between fostering innovation and maintaining public trust, particularly in the contexts of Europe and the United States. He advocated for a long-term regulatory vision that could adapt to the evolving digital finance landscape, aimed at promoting sustainable growth within the sector. [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-0215f571tdhy)  \n  \n## Traditional Finance and DeFi  \n  \nOn May 13, 2024, an interview with Pierre Person was published on the Blockster website. In the interview, Person provided an overview of [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual) Labs' initiatives to integrate traditional finance and [decentralized finance (DeFi)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/defi) through the development of the USD0 [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), backed by [real-world assets](https://iq.wiki/wiki/real-world-assets-rwas).  \n  \nPerson detailed Usual Labs' financial foundation, which comprises $7 million in funding and $75 million in [Total Value Locked](https://iq.wiki/wiki/tvl) (TVL).  \n  \nIn the interview, Person highlighted the protocol's focus on security and community governance, noting that 90% of USUAL tokens are allocated to users, supporting a community-driven ecosystem. [Usual](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usual) Labs plans to launch the USD0 [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) on [Ethereum’s](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [mainnet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mainnet) by the end of 2024.[\\[1\\]](#cite-id-6b52lcsg6l)[\\[2\\]](#cite-id-zib625t1o4f)","summary":"Pierre Person is a French fintech CEO, former politician, and blockchain regulation expert, known for his work on crypto-assets and political advising.","categories":[{"id":"people","title":"People in crypto"}],"promoted":0,"tags":[{"id":"Founders"},{"id":"PeopleInDeFi"}],"metadata":[{"id":"references","value":"[{\"id\":\"6b52lcsg6l\",\"url\":\"https://blockster.com/usdo-not-just-another-stablecoin-interview-with-usual-labs-ceo-pierre-person\",\"description\":\"USDO: Not Just Another Stablecoin — Interview with Usual Labs' CEO Pierre Person\",\"timestamp\":1731596222480},{\"id\":\"zib625t1o4f\",\"url\":\"https://cryptonews.net/news/defi/29024697/\",\"description\":\"USD0: Not Just Another Stablecoin — Interview with Usual Labs' CEO Pierre Person\\n\",\"timestamp\":1731643379552},{\"id\":\"0215f571tdhy\",\"url\":\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwNN8-bcsS4\",\"description\":\"The Usual Stablecoin Protocol | Episode 60 with Pierre Person\\n\",\"timestamp\":1731643408108},{\"id\":\"k8g07c3uk98\",\"url\":\"https://www.leadersleague.com/en/news/pierre-person-if-traditional-banks-don-t-adapt-they-will-be-wiped-off-the-map\",\"description\":\"Pierre Person: “If traditional banks don’t adapt, they will be wiped off the map”\\n\",\"timestamp\":1731643609831},{\"id\":\"ouco78czcn\",\"url\":\"https://theorg.com/org/usual-1/org-chart/pierre-person\",\"description\":\"TheOrg: Pierre Person\",\"timestamp\":1731643635350},{\"id\":\"jnx98byft4d\",\"url\":\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-person/\",\"description\":\"LinkedIn: Pierre Person\",\"timestamp\":1731643667972},{\"id\":\"sx05qi5t4zm\",\"url\":\"https://usual.money/about\",\"description\":\"Pierre Person CEO\",\"timestamp\":1731643705684},{\"id\":\"ucslstujnt\",\"url\":\"https://www2049.rootdata.com/member/Pierre%20PERSON?k=MTg1ODI%3D\",\"description\":\"Rootdata: Pierre Person\",\"timestamp\":1731643733090}]"},{"id":"twitter_profile","value":"https://x.com/pierr_person"},{"id":"linkedin_profile","value":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-person/"},{"id":"previous_cid","value":"QmbZLZgwL3pmbJG1NbXMqpG8u591viHfGBsFRegikc6Xn1"}],"user":{"id":"0xd5893989b9952c6568a99F854795AcC5Ae480D56"},"author":{"id":"0x6753061a4cffbc0A617e57E956A298D88702a94B","profile":{"username":"vzbrv","avatar":"QmYthM5zdYUcJnhsuUjMeKRWurUTFBz8eVkZr6fBiAuhXX"}},"media":[{"name":"BwNN8-bcsS4","id":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwNN8-bcsS4","size":"0","type":null,"source":"YOUTUBE"},{"name":"QmPiuvRTncusB6WdR9tLxUWxoXchtsNZubrvT83HkJJniQ.webp","id":"QmS2v7xuMEMG5GgaWXyTJTy4eosxrXeWyqD1GWxGdpwSxM","size":"0.24","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"},{"name":"QmV9pdL5CpETMPYPvQ6YRSG3rruyZtPk7jJZ8hyoUKdhbo.webp","id":"QmZ31LxasfijEdouspaqdCqLbEW9gbM7VcxA6DYKuu2mtC","size":"0.04","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"},{"name":"QmXrmtVYFSqhpsJB8Xm5Q3Bhi4QznrF6ChEEK8jDAUmCPB.webp","id":"QmZQuepity2nQ7fwYAoNaTirK3RFQ21B44sDjj99brJbVx","size":"0.06","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"},{"name":"Qmd4JNZoSbG6ycsSGTrGX7VnRo533wQdhEUq5Jk8NZR26f.webp","id":"QmQ3BtUHh7USYQxXZmMYBXLKHoJgePQnQvuDiKwzReB6Zw","size":"0.04","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"},{"name":"QmeirVhTVPkBkSkkmtwbMX4siis3uDDh65ouyWc7AVpeyJ.webp","id":"QmQ7s5b8V6RX7YUcMimcfq7Tddq6R8qva2BhNNFHnrAxE1","size":"0.02","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"}],"views":7,"events":[],"linkedWikis":{"founders":[],"blockchains":[]},"founderWikis":[],"blockchainWikis":[],"ipfs":"QmbZLZgwL3pmbJG1NbXMqpG8u591viHfGBsFRegikc6Xn1","transactionHash":"0x36222c9d3de122fbe691bb945db4daae9af78ca89b88642dc8987dc0f0004fb1","created":"2024-11-14T15:47:18.941Z","updated":"2024-11-15T04:05:12.853Z","images":[{"id":"QmVHstRSNj5fovHNgZ93yVjxEhzHCq8Ctaqv9LFnE1ywNB","type":"image/jpeg, image/png"}]}