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Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan, has taken a more accepting view of digital assets, especially stablecoins and blockchain technology.
In an August 1 interview by CNBC, Dimon said he supports stablecoins and sees practical use in blockchain technology. While he has not fully embraced all aspects of crypto, his views have shifted from what they once were.
Dimon explained that the bank’s involvement with crypto is driven by what customers are asking for, not because of internal enthusiasm. He also pointed out that every new financial product comes with some level of risk.
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He also compared Bitcoin to a "pet rock" and raised concerns about its use in criminal activity in 2018. While he admitted blockchain had possible benefits, he dismissed Bitcoin itself.
Despite Dimon's skepticism, JPMorgan has expanded its work in the crypto industry. On July 16, Dimon confirmed the bank was planning to test its own version of a stablecoin, known as a "deposit coin".
On July 30, JPMorgan teamed up with Coinbase
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