As an experienced financial analyst with a background in technology and economics, I find Trump’s latest plans to release another NFT collection quite intriguing. Having followed his previous successful sales, it is evident that there is a strong demand for his digital collectibles. His connection with the crypto industry’s top players, such as Jesse Powell and the Winklevoss brothers, further underscores this trend.


Donald Trump, a former American president, intends to unveil a new series of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) following the brisk sales of his initial three collections within a day.

During an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek on a Tuesday, Trump expressed that there’s growing interest in a potential fourth installment due to the extraordinary enthusiasm of the people.

Trump Warns China Could Dominate Crypto Market

During May’s extravagant event for the owners of his mugshot NFTs, which took place at Mar-a-Lago, Trump hinted at the possibility of a fourth collection without making a definitive announcement. He expressed confidence in the principles of supply and demand, given the success of his previous collections. Yet, he cautioned that market circumstances could shift.

In December 2022, Trump introduced his first-ever NFTs following the unveiling of “Trump digital trading cards.” These exclusive items were snapped up almost instantly and generated approximately 648 Ethereum (ETH), equivalent to around $785,000 at the time.

During an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek, Trump shared his shifting perspectives on cryptocurrencies. He revealed that he’s had the opportunity to meet and engage with several prominent figures in the crypto sector at his fundraising events, which he described as “highly accomplished individuals.”

Trump was originally hesitant towards cryptocurrencies but later warmed up to the sector. His apprehensions centered around international rivalry, specifically from China. He cautioned that China could potentially control the market if the US did not take a proactive stance.

During this time, the traditional banking leaders, including Jamie Dimon of JP Morgan, have shown a change in their perspective regarding cryptocurrencies. Previously, Dimon held a strongly negative view on crypto, but more recently, he has adopted a less critical stance.

Months ago, Dimon drew fire from the cryptocurrency world following his scathing remarks against crypto at a Senate Banking Committee hearing in December 2023. There, he declared, “If I were in charge, I would shut it down.”

Major Crypto Players Rally Behind Trump

As a crypto investor, I’ve noticed that some prominent figures in the industry, like Jesse Powell, co-founder of Kraken, and the Winklevoss twins, co-founders of Gemini, have shown their support for President Trump’s reelection campaign. They have made significant contributions to his campaign and related super PACs, such as the America PAC and Fairshake, which focus on pro-crypto policies.

During the month of May, Trump’s presidential campaign initiated the acceptance of cryptocurrency donations. According to a recent report from The Wall Street Journal, based on new data from the Federal Election Commission (FEC), approximately $3 million out of the $331 million total funds raised by Trump’s campaign during the last quarter were in the form of cryptocurrencies.

Yesterday, Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio, known for his advocacy for cryptocurrencies, was announced by Trump as his running mate. Vance has been instrumental in promoting legislation favorable to digital currencies and expanding their application.

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2024-07-18 07:30