JPMorgan Deploys JPM Coin on Canton Network, Extending Blockchain Strategy

JPMorgan’s blockchain division Kinexys and Digital Asset announced plans on Jan. 7 to launch the JPM Coin deposit token directly on the Canton Network. This marks the bank’s second public blockchain expansion after its Base network launch in November 2025. The deployment will proceed in phases throughout 2026. Initial work focuses on technical and business frameworks to support issuance, transfer, and near-instant redemption of JPM Coin directly on Canton, according to the joint announcement. The colla ...