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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has taken a firm stance on the adoption of AI tools among his engineers. In a recent move, he mandated that all engineers at Coinbase set up their GitHub Copilot or Cursor accounts within a week. This directive came after the company acquired enterprise licenses for these AI coding assistants. Armstrong held a meeting to address those who had not complied with the mandate, resulting in the termination of some employees who could not provide a valid reason for their non-compliance. Armstrong admitted that his approach was ‘heavy-handed,’ but emphasized the importance of AI in the company’s operations. This bold action underscores the growing emphasis on AI integration in tech companies, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in managing AI-assisted workflows.