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- Trump vowed to establish the US as a global leader in cryptocurrency innovation.
- A Polymarket poll found that only 28% believe Trump’s Bitcoin reserve promise will come true.
With the transition from former President Joe Biden to Donald Trump, cryptocurrency has taken a central place in US policy discussions.
Trump, known for his bold promises, has long aimed to position the US as a global hub for Bitcoin [BTC] and cryptocurrency innovation.
During his election campaign, he promised to make the country the Bitcoin capital of the world, a sentiment recently reiterated.
Trump’s crypto vision
As expected, in a conversation with CNBC’s Jim Cramer at the New York Stock Exchange, Trump emphasized his vision to make the US a leader in the crypto space.
He also hinted at the possibility of a strategic Bitcoin reserve, saying:
“We’re going to do something great with crypto because we don’t want China or anyone else, but others are embracing it and we want to lead the way.”
This coincided with Anthony Scaramucci’s prediction that China would re-enter Bitcoin mining and could include Bitcoin in its reserves.
However, former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, speaking at the Bitcoin MENA 2024 conference in Abu Dhabi, speculated that smaller countries could take the lead in adopting Bitcoin reserves, emphasizing a gradual transition.
Moreover, he also acknowledged the unpredictability of China’s stance on cryptocurrency.
Is the promise real?
Trump’s pro-crypto stance marks a significant shift from the current administration’s policies and offers a new perspective for digital currency enthusiasts.
One of his ambitious campaign promises is to create a national strategic Bitcoin reserve, which is generating widespread interest.
Meanwhile, in Russia, lawmaker Anton Tkachev has proposed establishing a Bitcoin reserve to counter geopolitical risks and sanctions, drawing parallels with traditional state reserves in fiat currency.
As discussions about Trump’s Bitcoin backup plans continue, a Polymarket poll shows skepticism among voters. Only 28% believe this will happen within the first 100 days of his term.
This casts doubt on whether Trump’s vision of making the US a crypto capital will become a reality or remain just another unfulfilled campaign promise.
The coming months will determine whether these bold proclamations translate into tangible action or fade into political rhetoric.