Pro-Crypto Donald Trump Set to Speak at Bitcoin 2024 Conference
Former President Donald Trump has been announced as a keynote speaker at the upcoming Bitcoin 2024 conference. The announcement was made by the official X account of The Bitcoin Conference.
Key points:
- Trump will speak at Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, from July 25–27.
- The conference has moved from Miami to Nashville for its fourth iteration.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr., another presidential candidate, is also scheduled to speak.
- Trump recently met with major U.S. Bitcoin miners, pledging support for the industry.
According to the conference organizers, Trump’s inclusion in the speaker lineup marks a major milestone for the event. The former president’s participation comes after his recent engagement with the crypto community.
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Donald Trump becomes an avid crypto supporter
Trump’s stance on crypto has changed drastically over time. In May, he made bold commitments to the crypto community. He vowed to protect the right to self-custody for the nation’s crypto holders if elected president.
Trump also began accepting donations in crypto. The Bitcoin 2024 conference is now in its fourth year and has become a bellwether for the cryptocurrency industry.
With Trump and Kennedy Jr., scheduled to speak, the conference is likely to become a crucial platform for discussing the future of cryptocurrency policy in the United States.
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The crypto market has shown increased interest in political developments related to crypto. The announcement of Trump’s participation in Bitcoin 2024 comes at a time when the industry is seeking clarity on regulatory matters.
The industry as a whole has been asking for a clear set of crypto regulations from the SEC. However, Gensler and the commission have not yet released a framework for digital assets.
