Last week’s US Election saw Donald Trump take up his second term in office – signalling a huge change in American politics.
Almost immediately, Bitcoin started to rally, reaching an incredible price of $82,000 per bitcoin. This signalled an all time high for the cryptocurrency, largely due to Trump’s pro-crypto policies.
Now, crypto enthusiasts all over the world will be watching closely to see what the sector will look like under a Trump government.
What Are Trump’s Crypto Policies?
According to CryptoBriefing, Trump promised a number of policies during his campaign that are designed to boost the US crypt industry, including:
- Establishing a Bitcoin reserve: Trump plans to get US law enforcements to hold on to seized Bitcoin rather than auctioning it, which could help boost the economy and reduce national debt.
- Preventing a US Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC): He has opposed creating a government-controlled digital dollar as he agrees this would reduce financial freedom for many.
- Boosting US-based Bitcoin mining: He wants to make the US a leader in Bitcoin mining, meaning a lot of the cryptocurrency is made and traded from the US.
- Removing SEC chair Gary Gensler: Trump plans to replace the current SEC Chair, known for his strict crypto regulations, with someone more liberal with crypto policies.
- Positioning the US as a Global Crypto Leader: He wants to make the US the “crypto capital” of the world, attracting global investors. This has been made more likely by having Elon Musk as part of the government administration – a figure who is known for being pro-crypto.
- Reducing Regulations: Trump wants to cut down on strict regulations and make the US a more open environment for crypto businesses.
- Protecting private custody and mining rights: Trump has said he will protect Americans rights to mine and privately hold their crypto assets, giving them more financial freedom.
- Forming a Bitcoin and Crypto Advisory Council: Within his first 100 days, Trump aims to bring together industry experts to create a council focused on clear and growth-oriented crypto policies.
With all of these promises in his manifesto, it’s no surprise that so many have decided to buy up the asset.
We asked the experts how they think a Trump government could affect the future of crypto, here’s what they had to say:
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Our Experts
- Dominik Schiener, Co-Founder of Realize and Co-Founder and Chair of the IOTA Foundation
- Ronan Walsh, Managing Director, Digital Trawler
- Peter Kris, CEO and Co-Founder of Gasp
- James Bianco, President and Macro Strategist at Bianco Research, LLC
- Danny Scott, CEO and Co-Founder of CoinCorner
- Nigel Green, CEO at deVere Group
听Dominik Schiener, Co-Founder of Realize and Co-Founder and Chair of the IOTA Foundation
鈥淔ollowing Donald听Trump鈥檚 recent election win,听Bitcoin听has reached an all-time high, surpassing $76,000 and sparking renewed optimism in the听cryptocurrency market. As the political landscape in the USA stabilises, the crypto听sector may see critical developments under听Trump鈥檚 administration.
“A key area to watch is the administration鈥檚 approach to crypto听regulation. During听Trump鈥檚 first term, he largely took a hands-off approach, allowing the sector to flourish. A second term could usher in a听crypto-friendly SEC Chair, reversing the current 鈥渞egulation by enforcement鈥� approach and bring clarity to the classification of听crypto assets. This would likely improve how traditional banks engage with the sector and serve clients dealing with digital assets, while also advancing regulations for stablecoins and tokenised assets. Such policies could foster innovation in decentralised finance (DeFi) and the tokenisation of real-world assets (RWA), benefiting areas like real estate and commodities by attracting institutional investors and driving adoption.
“Another key development could be the U.S. adopting a strategic Bitcoin听reserve policy, which would be a game-changer for the digital asset space. This shift could elevate the legitimacy of cryptocurrencies, fostering global acceptance and inspiring other nations to incorporate digital assets into their financial frameworks.鈥�
Ronan Walsh, Managing Director, Digital Trawler
In a听Trump-led administration,听cryptocurrency鈥檚 evolution could be shaped by a mix of regulatory rollbacks, tax incentives, and a more laissez-faire approach to digital assets.听Trump鈥檚 previous administration showed a somewhat skeptical stance on听crypto, but if he recognises its role in financial autonomy and economic innovation, we could see a shift. His government might take a pro-business approach that favors reduced regulations, which could open doors for more institutional crypto听investments and an increase in听blockchain听ventures on U.S. soil.
However, with deregulation could come challenges around consumer protection, leaving investors more vulnerable to fraud and market manipulation without clear federal safeguards. The administration might also face pressure to clarify tax policies surrounding听crypto听transactions, as inconsistency remains a major pain point for U.S.-based听crypto holders. Additionally, the centralisation vs. decentralisation debate would likely gain steam, especially if Trump pushes for an American digital dollar as a counter to decentralised digital currencies.
While we could expect听Trump鈥檚 policies to encourage innovation in听crypto, the balance between fostering growth and ensuring adequate investor protections would be crucial. This could set a new precedent, impacting how the U.S. competes globally in the digital asset space.
Peter Kris, CEO and Co-Founder of Gasp
The U.S. could become a more attractive environment for听crypto听companies, especially in states that are already fairly open to new听crypto听projects, such as Wyoming.听Trump鈥檚 win could lead to looser regulations domestically, enabling听crypto听asset businesses based outside of the U.S. to finally open their doors to U.S. residents.
Further endorsements of听crypto, as noted by Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, could boost the U.S. economy, with DeFi serving as the infrastructure through which stablecoins (digital dollars) can flow more cheaply and quickly.”
James Bianco, President and Macro Strategist at Bianco Research, LLC
鈥淭he election results could shape听Bitcoin‘s future regulatory environment significantly,鈥�
鈥�Crypto should aim to stay bipartisan to ensure stable policy development鈥�
鈥淚 think you鈥檒l see adoption and people move towards听crypto听if听Trump wins,鈥� Bianco predicted, pointing to a more favourable regulatory environment under a听Trump听administration.
鈥淒evelopers won鈥檛 have to be afraid of going to jail because of some code they wrote… I think that would be hugely beneficial to听crypto.鈥�
Danny Scott, CEO and Co-Founder of CoinCorner
Nigel Green, CEO at deVere Group
鈥淲e expect that this is just the beginning, with the听cryptocurrency听set to break more records under an incoming听Trump听administration.
鈥淧resident-Elect听Trump鈥檚听crypto-friendly stance signals a transformative moment for听Bitcoin听and the broader digital asset market.
鈥淗is administration has a clear mandate to regulate听crypto听constructively, and his plan to elevate听Bitcoin听to a strategic asset class is a powerful endorsement. This is the most significant tailwind we鈥檝e seen for听Bitcoin听since its inception.鈥�
鈥淲hile inflation pressures have eased with recent rate cuts globally, the听Trump听administration鈥檚 ambitious spending plans and potential tariffs could quickly reignite upward pressure on prices. This inflationary backdrop is encouraging investors to turn to听Bitcoin as a safeguard against diminishing purchasing power.鈥�
鈥�Bitcoin, by its very design, is a deflationary asset. Unlike fiat currency, its supply is capped, which makes it an ideal hedge in times of inflation. As more investors recognise this, Bitcoin鈥檚 role as a long-term store of value only strengthens.鈥�
