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Cupertino, CA — Apple has announced a massive $500 billion investment in U.S. business operations, covering AI, manufacturing, and engineering. However, crypto was noticeably absent from the tech giant’s plans, sparking speculation about its potential entry into digital assets.
Some industry insiders believe this investment could pave the way for Apple’s crypto adoption, especially given the Trump administration’s pro-crypto stance.
“This level of investment could be the precursor to Apple’s entry into the digital asset space,” said Angus O’Callaghan, Head of Trading and Markets at XDC Network, in an interview with TheStreet Crypto. “Apple has the user reach and technical knowledge to seamlessly enter the digital assets space.”
Apple has never officially embraced cryptocurrency, despite CEO Tim Cook’s personal investments in Bitcoin.
- In 2021, Cook admitted that he personally owns crypto but made it clear that Apple had no plans to integrate digital assets.
- Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor has repeatedly urged Apple to buy $100 billion worth of BTC, but his calls have been ignored.
- Even Microsoft shareholders rejected a proposal to invest in Bitcoin last year, showing major tech firms remain hesitant.
Beyond crypto, some analysts suggest Apple’s $500B U.S. investment aligns with Trump’s America-first policies. The former president has criticized U.S. companies for prioritizing innovation abroad rather than domestically.
As Trump pushes for pro-crypto regulations, could Apple be preparing for a strategic pivot into digital assets?
For now, Apple remains silent on crypto, but with Bitcoin adoption skyrocketing, the question remains: How long can they ignore it?
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