Express

BlackRock CEO admits previous opposition to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies was wrong

Summary: According to reports, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink admitted at the New York Times DealBook Summit that his previous opposition to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies was wrong. When asked about his statement in 2017 calling cryptocurrencies 'a money laundering and thieves' tool', despite BlackRock now having the largest Bitcoin spot ETF, Fink responded that he has strong ...

According to reports, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink admitted at the New York Times DealBook Summit that his previous opposition to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies was wrong. When asked about his statement in 2017 calling cryptocurrencies 'a money laundering and thieves' tool', despite BlackRock now having the largest Bitcoin spot ETF, Fink responded that he has strong opinions but that doesn't mean he can't be wrong. After continuous self-examination and meeting with thousands of clients and government leaders every year, his thought process has evolved and his views have undergone a significant change. BlackRock is now actively embracing Bitcoin.

Last Update:

Tags:
Link: BlackRock CEO admits previous opposition to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies was wrong   [Copy]
  • The Road to 2026: Where Is the Web3 Ecosystem Heading Next? December 7, 2025
  • Vishwa Advances Agentic Infrastructure Research Through Contribution to Emerging Framew... November 22, 2025
  • BitMart US Launches Operations with 49-State Licensing and Zero-Fee Program November 17, 2025
  • Global Financial Giants Enter Stablecoin Arena in Pivotal Shift October 30, 2025
  • CRYPTO'S NEW PLAY: 24/7 STOCK TRADING October 29, 2025
  • You need to login to comment.