American Express Hires VP for Stablecoin and Blockchain Partnerships in New York

American Express is recruiting a vice president of stablecoin and blockchain partnerships and strategy in New York, signaling a push to build capabilities around programmable money and stablecoin payments. According to ChainCatcher, the role is tasked with setting the company’s overall strategy in programmable money, stablecoin payments, and blockchain-based financial infrastructure. The position would also lead partnerships with stablecoin issuers, blockchain networks, tokenization platforms, wallets, and fintech companies. Responsibilities include taking initiatives such as stablecoin payments, tokenized settlement, digital identity, and programmable commerce from proof of concept through implementation.