Big Tech pivots toward digital assets as Google and Apple recruit for crypto-focused roles, while MicroStrategy expands its Bitcoin treasury by $75.7 million.
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Google Cloud is hiring a tokenization architect in Hong Kong to support real-world asset tokenization across Asia-Pacific.
Apple is hiring an Apple Pay strategy lead focused on Apple Card, Apple Cash, and peer-to-peer payments.
Samsung plans to build stablecoin features into Galaxy phones through Samsung Wallet.
Google and Apple are intensifying their focus on digital assets, with new roles targeting tokenization and payment strategy. Meanwhile, MicroStrategy continues its aggressive accumulation, adding 950 Bitcoin to its holdings as Kalshi faces scrutiny over alleged wash trading on its platform.
The companies are integrating stablecoin and tokenization expertise into their core infrastructure, with Google focusing on real-world asset tokenization and Apple refining its payment strategy.
Kalshi is facing accusations of wash trading after analysts noted a massive discrepancy between its reported 24-hour trading volume and open interest on its new crypto perpetual futures.