JPMorgan prepares to launch crypto trading services

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Adopting an ‘and’ approach to crypto and blockchain

Lucas described JPMorgan’s broader digital asset strategy as an “and” approach, meaning the bank intends to pursue both traditional financial services and new blockchain-based opportunities. “There’s the existing market and there’s opportunities to do new things. And those ‘and’ opportunities aren’t exclusive to one or the other,” he said. This reflects JPMorgan’s increasing willingness to engage with blockchain technology after years of skepticism. In 2025, the bank strengthened its industry presence through partnerships with Coinbase and expanded its focus on tokenized assets and payments. Lucas emphasized that this diversified approach allows the bank to remain competitive while testing innovation responsibly.

The shift comes amid a noticeable change in tone from CEO Jamie Dimon, who previously dismissed crypto as “worthless.” In August, Dimon said he had become a “believer in stablecoins” and acknowledged blockchain’s long-term potential for improving global finance. Lucas also highlighted JPMorgan’s deposit token (JPMD), which launched in pilot phase on Base earlier this year, saying it could help serve institutional clients while complementing stablecoin use cases. “It’s really exciting… there’s a real opportunity for us to offer different services for our clients on the cash side as well as responding to demand to do things like stablecoins,” Lucas said.

Multiple blockchains, not just Ethereum, in JPMorgan’s sights

Lucas also noted that JPMorgan doesn’t view Ethereum or any single network as the inevitable winner of blockchain adoption. Instead, he predicted a multi-chain future, where various Layer-1 and Layer-2 networks coexist and offer distinct advantages. “I don’t think there’ll be one [dominant blockchain]… there’s a lot to play for when it comes to the public blockchain space, and we certainly see opportunity there,” he said. The bank expects to expand its involvement in public blockchain initiatives over the coming quarters, reflecting its growing commitment to the sector.

With traditional finance and digital assets increasingly converging, JPMorgan’s cautious but deliberate strategy represents a major step toward mainstream institutional crypto adoption, positioning the bank as a potential leader in regulated blockchain-based trading and tokenized financial infrastructure.

Recently we wrote that following Binance CEO Richard Teng’s remarks, other exchange leaders have spoken out about the record wave of crypto liquidations.

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