Donald Trump’s plan to ‘do something great with crypto’: Real or rhetoric?

  • Trump vowed to establish the U.S. as a global leader in cryptocurrency innovation.
  • Polymarket poll showed only 28% believe Trump’s Bitcoin reserve promise will materialize.

As a seasoned analyst with over two decades of experience in global financial markets, I have witnessed countless promises and shifts in policy from various administrations. Trump’s vision for the U.S. to lead in cryptocurrency innovation is certainly ambitious, but not entirely unexpected given his penchant for bold statements.

As the presidency shifted from Joe Biden to Donald Trump, the topic of cryptocurrency emerged as a key focus in American policy deliberations.

Trump, famous for his daring pledges, has consistently sought to establish the United States as a leading center for Bitcoin [BTC] and cryptocurrency advancements on a global scale.

In the course of his political campaign, he promised to transform our country into a global leader in Bitcoin adoption, a commitment he has continued to emphasize.

Trump’s crypto vision

In line with my expectations, during my conversation with Jim Cramer at the New York Stock Exchange, I underscored my ambition to position the United States as a dominant force in the realm of cryptocurrency.

He also hinted at the possibility of a strategic Bitcoin reserve and said, 

We aim to achieve remarkable things using cryptocurrencies since we don’t wish to lag behind China or any other nation. However, many others are adopting this technology, so our goal is to be at the forefront.

At around the same time, Anthony Scaramucci suggested that China could potentially restart Bitcoin mining operations and consider adding Bitcoin to its financial reserves.

At the Bitcoin MENA 2024 conference held in Abu Dhabi, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, who was once the CEO of Binance, suggested that smaller countries might spearhead the adoption of Bitcoin as part of their reserves. He underscored the importance of a phased transition approach.

Additionally, he also acknowledged the unpredictability of China’s stance on cryptocurrency. 

Is the promise genuine?

Trump’s favorable position towards cryptocurrencies represents a substantial change compared to the existing administration’s viewpoints, providing a new outlook that excites supporters of digital currencies.

One of his notable election pledges is establishing a national strategic reserve for Bitcoin, which has generated significant curiosity among many.

In Russia, legislator Anton Tkachev is advocating for the creation of a Bitcoin reserve as a means to mitigate political risks and sanctions. He’s likening this proposal to the conventional method used by countries to safeguard their assets in traditional currencies.

Meanwhile, talks about potential Bitcoin reserves by President Trump persist, but a recent Polymarket survey indicates that a significant number of voters are doubtful. In fact, just over a quarter (28%) think this plan could become reality during his initial one hundred days in office.

It’s uncertain if Trump’s idea of turning the U.S. into a global hub for cryptocurrency will come true or just join the list of his unrealized campaign pledges.

Over the next few months, we’ll see if these strong statements lead to real actions or simply become part of the political conversation without any substantial follow-through.

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2024-12-13 13:11