Former President Trump is considering speaking at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in July, as reported by Axios. This event, scheduled to take place in Nashville, Tennessee from July 25th to 27th, is a significant gathering for the crypto community and could provide Trump with a platform to solidify his growing crypto-friendly image.
The Bitcoin 2024 conference is known for being the largest BTC event of the year, and it holds particular importance this year as it follows the Republican National Convention. Notably, the Bitcoin 2020 event in Miami was where El Salvador made headlines by announcing its adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.
Trump’s interest in speaking at the Bitcoin 2024 conference comes at a time when he is increasingly seen as supportive of crypto. In contrast to the perceived stance of the current administration under Biden, Trump has been vocal about his positive views on cryptocurrency. He recently met with leading Bitcoin miners in the US and emphasized the importance of mining BTC within the country.
At a recent rally, Trump declared his intent to end what he referred to as “Joe Biden’s war on crypto” and expressed his commitment to promoting the development of crypto and Bitcoin in America. These statements, along with other pledges, have garnered support from the crypto industry, leading to on-chain donations to Trump’s campaign.
For instance, the founders of Gemini crypto exchange, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, recently donated $2 million to Trump’s campaign, although the exact amount contributed in crypto is still unknown. Prior to this donation, data from Breadcrumbs indicated that Trump’s campaign had received around $60,000 in on-chain crypto donations. The total on-chain contributions currently amount to approximately $1,749,200, with the possibility of additional off-chain contributions through exchanges.
Overall, Trump’s potential participation in the Bitcoin 2024 conference signals a significant shift in his relationship with the crypto community and could have broader implications for his political stance leading up to the 2024 US election. As the event approaches, all eyes will be on Trump’s speech and any announcements he may make regarding his views on cryptocurrency and its future in America.