Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has shared his insights on the increasing interest in cryptocurrency from traditional financial institutions.
Speaking after his recent participation at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Armstrong believes that the crypto space is poised for a significant surge in investment from major players in the financial sector.
Armstrong pointed out that top banks, asset managers, and payment firms are all rapidly ramping up their crypto-related investments. He stated that as these corporate giants expand their involvement in digital assets, the global financial landscape will inevitably evolve. He emphasized that this influx of corporate investment will foster heightened competition within the crypto market, which he views as a positive development for the industry.
One of the key drivers of this shift, according to Armstrong, is President Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly policies. He highlighted the discussions around the potential creation of a national Bitcoin reserve, a concept gaining traction among key stakeholders. Armstrong also noted that Trump’s stance on crypto and artificial intelligence were major talking points at the event, with many leaders eager to understand how they could align with the new administration’s digital finance vision.
Armstrong further suggested that Trump’s executive order, signed last week, to explore the creation of a national Bitcoin and crypto reserve has sparked renewed momentum in the space. The order sets up a working group tasked with developing a regulatory framework for crypto in the US, a move that could lead to significant policy shifts over the next several months.
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