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Bitcoin Surges as Trump Teases Crypto-Friendly Policies

Bitcoin prices rise amid Trump's promise of favorable crypto regulations, impacting the broader cryptocurrency market and Ethereum ETFs.
Published on 2024-07-29

Bitcoin Surges with Trump's Crypto-Friendly Policies

Bitcoin prices climbed on Monday, continuing gains from the weekend. This surge follows Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's address at the Bitcoin Convention, where he suggested the possibility of friendlier regulations for cryptocurrencies. Despite an initial negative reaction, Bitcoin investors responded positively as Trump's remarks unfolded.

Trump's Vision for U.S. Crypto Leadership

Trump advocated for the U.S. to surpass China in becoming the world's crypto leader. He proposed establishing a crypto advisory council and creating a national Bitcoin stockpile. Trump pledged to retain all Bitcoin held or acquired by the U.S. government. In a notable shift from his previous stance, Trump has embraced the crypto sector by accepting campaign donations in digital currencies and launching a collection of non-fungible tokens. He also promised to dismiss SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who has been stringent against the crypto industry.

Broader Market Impact and Altcoin Advances

The speculation about a more crypto-friendly Trump administration spurred broader cryptocurrency market gains. Altcoins like Ether, XRP, ADA, and SOL experienced price increases, supported by expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts. Ether rose notably after last week's launch of spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tracking the token.

Ethereum ETFs: Mixed Outcomes

The launch of U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs saw mixed results, with net inflows for most funds but significant outflows from Grayscale’s ETHE fund. Despite this, ETFs from issuers like BlackRock, Bitwise, and Fidelity attracted substantial investments. The Ethereum ETF inflows, excluding ETHE, reached about 40% of what Bitcoin ETFs achieved post-launch earlier this year.

Bitcoin's future gains remain uncertain due to ongoing factors like the Mt Gox Bitcoin distribution. However, the prospect of a Trump presidency continues to inject optimism into the market, influencing both Bitcoin and broader crypto asset prices.

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