
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that banks are capable of serving cryptocurrency customers, provided they understand and manage the associated risks. This statement, made during a recent address, signals a potential shift in the regulatory landscape for digital assets. Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America, echoed this sentiment, suggesting that banks will engage more in crypto transactions once clear regulations are established. He emphasized that banks typically follow market demand rather than lead innovation. The comments from Powell and Moynihan reflect a growing acceptance of cryptocurrency within traditional banking systems, with expectations that more banks may begin offering crypto services in the near future, particularly in response to consumer demand. Abel Peña, Chief Strategy Officer at Bit2Me, anticipates that several banks in Spain will start providing Bitcoin services before the end of the year. The discussions indicate a broader trend of banks adapting to the evolving financial landscape that includes digital currencies.
1/ Jerome Powell just sent a decisive message to the $24,000,000,000,000 U.S. Banking System on crypto. → Banks are perfectly capable to serve crypto customers → The Fed is not against innovation Here’s what this could mean for the future of Banking & Crypto: https://t.co/odfIvAvDiw
Just when you thought the Fed was a crypto skeptic, Powell drops a hint to Wall Street that digital assets might be the cool kids now
First, they ignore you. Then they laugh. Then they fight you. Then you win. Looks like we’re winning. 🏆 Ryan Rotolo breaks down Jerome Powell’s bold statement to U.S. banks on crypto services. 👇🏽 https://t.co/tCBP0H5KOo