JPMorgan Chase and Coinbase
$1.77B
are working together to make crypto easier to access for millions of users.
Starting in September 2025, people with Chase credit cards will be able to buy digital assets on Coinbase using their cards, with no extra steps or third-party tools needed, according to a July 30 announcement by Coinbase.
Coinbase also shared that, beginning in 2026, Chase customers will be able to turn their Ultimate Rewards points into USDC
$0.9951
. This marks the first time a major credit card rewards program will let users redeem points directly for a cryptocurrency.
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Another update, also expected in 2026, will allow Chase bank accounts to connect directly to Coinbase. This will make it quicker and easier for users to move money between their bank and the crypto platform.
The partnership comes as JPMorgan expands its involvement in digital finance. On July 16, during an earnings call, CEO Jamie Dimon said the bank plans to work with both its own deposit coin and public stablecoins.
He explained that the goal is to understand how these technologies work and to stay competitive with fintech companies offering similar services.
JPMorgan is also exploring the possibility of offering loans backed by cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin
$117,075.94
or Ethereum
$3,762.40
. According to a July 22 Financial Times report, sources familiar with the matter said the bank is exploring the idea and could launch such services by 2026.
Emirates, the airline based in Dubai, recently signed an agreement with Crypto.com
$3.52B
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