Uptake could be limited given the crypto market plunge

It reminded consumers how volatile the industry can be, deepening distrust that will be a major hurdle to overcome

President-elect Donald Trump's second term promises profound shifts across commerce, technology, and regulation that will reshape how businesses operate and consumers behave. As the president-elect prepares to take office, his policy priorities are already triggering market reactions and pivots from major corporations.

An Ethereum expert was given a prison sentence for helping North Korea use cryptos to evade US sanctions.

Crypto infrastructure builder ConsenSys snagged $450M, reaching a $7B valuation.

Of the small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the US that accept cryptocurrency, 93% take payments in Bitcoin, making it the most commonly accepted crypto.

JPMorgan kept its eye on technology and the crypto trend—no matter what Jamie thought personally: The banking giant’s 2021 featured a UK digital-only launch, fintech acquisitions, crypto offerings for retail clients, and advocating for staff in branches to become licensed advisors.

The UK launch is its first international crypto expansion and anticipates the company’s super app goal.

On today's episode, we discuss what cryptocurrency is, why it's popular, what it's used for, and which coins will lead the charge and why. Tune in to the discussion with eMarketer vice president of content and head of financial services Daniel Van Dyke and financial technology analyst at Insider Intelligence Victor Chatenay.

JPMorgan gives in: ‘Yes, you can have your crypto funds’: In a first from a big US bank, JPMorgan is offering some of its retail clients a choice of five funds. This could help the banking giant dissuade customers from moving funds to fintechs—and spur other incumbents to make similar rollouts.

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