Speaking on stage at Bitcoin 2026, Jack Mallers said Bitcoin is a global, liquid and saleable asset, and argued that Visa and Mastercard limit merchant options for accepting payments.
Strike CEO Jack Mallers said at Bitcoin 2026 that Bitcoin is a global, liquid and saleable asset, framing it as a potential alternative for merchants seeking more payment flexibility. He also said the current card-payment market leaves businesses with only Visa and Mastercard as practical options, arguing that this structure blocks broader Bitcoin adoption in commerce. His remarks reflect a common industry argument that Bitcoin can function not only as a store of value but also as a payments rail (system for moving money) outside traditional card networks.