Google Cloud and Apple are recruiting specialists in blockchain infrastructure and digital assets, signaling potential moves into stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and crypto payments.
Google Cloud is hiring an Industry Principal Architect based in Hong Kong to advise on Web3 strategy across the Asia-Pacific region. The role requires expertise in blockchain networks, smart contracts, stablecoin infrastructure, tokenized deposits, and custody technologies. The architect will work with protocol foundations, exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions to tokenize real-world assets. Google said the hire would help shape its Web3 product roadmap as it pursues becoming the preferred cloud provider for digital-asset builders and institutional adopters.
Apple is seeking an Apple Pay Financial Product Strategy Lead in Cupertino, California or New York. The position focuses on strategy for Apple Card, Apple Cash, peer-to-peer payments, and other consumer financial products, including assessment of new products, partnerships, and commercial models across wallets, payments, and commerce.
The hiring moves follow institutional momentum in blockchain infrastructure. CME Group announced in March 2025 an expansion of its partnership with Google Cloud to explore asset tokenization and blockchain payments. The partnership includes the first phase of integration and testing of the Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL).
Samsung is also moving into digital assets. The company plans to add stablecoin features to Galaxy smartphones through Samsung Wallet, potentially reaching hundreds of millions of users.
Neither Google nor Apple has announced specific cryptocurrency products or launch timelines. The job openings suggest both companies are building internal expertise to evaluate opportunities in blockchain-based financial services.
