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Eric Trump praises China’s influence on bitcoin at BTC Asia
Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump Organization, praised China’s role in the development of bitcoin and broader digital finance during a panel at BTC Asia in Hong Kong. Speaking to an international audience of crypto professionals, investors and policymakers, he argued that China has had an outsized impact on cryptocurrencies and blockchain infrastructure — a view he said complements rapid progress being made in the United States.
U.S.–China dynamic framed as central to crypto’s future
Trump framed the bilateral relationship between Washington and Beijing as a defining force for the next phase of digital assets. He suggested that both countries are “leading the way” in different but complementary ways: China through large-scale deployment and infrastructure, and the U.S. through regulation, capital markets and institutional adoption.
Will bitcoin be on the agenda between Presidents Trump and Xi?
When asked whether bitcoin might be discussed during the anticipated meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Eric Trump said the summit would likely prioritize broader trade and geopolitical issues. Still, he added he would welcome bitcoin as a topic of conversation, noting the asset class’ growing role in international finance and policy debates.
Bitcoin as a global, diverse community
Eric Trump highlighted the international and cross-cultural character of bitcoin communities, saying the technology draws people from a wide range of backgrounds, languages and beliefs. He portrayed bitcoin as an asset with global utility, fostering conversations that cross national borders and connect different sectors — from retail users to institutional participants.
U.S. momentum under Trump administration
On the U.S. side, Eric Trump positioned the country as moving quickly to embrace digital assets, arguing significant advances have been made since his father’s return to office. He credited strong political support and increased institutional interest — from Wall Street firms to sovereign wealth funds and retirement plans — for accelerating adoption and investment in bitcoin and related infrastructure.
Corporate moves: American Bitcoin’s Nasdaq plans
The panel comments came amid other crypto-related developments tied to the Trump family. American Bitcoin, a miner partially owned by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump (20%) and majority-owned by Hut 8 (80%), is reportedly preparing for a Nasdaq listing through a planned merger with Gryphon. The company has raised capital to expand its mining operations and infrastructure, signaling ongoing consolidation and public-market interest in bitcoin mining.
What this means for crypto markets and policy
Eric Trump’s remarks underscore a broader narrative: regulatory clarity, institutional capital and infrastructure investment are converging to shape the next chapter of the crypto economy. For traders, miners and investors, the evolving U.S.–China dynamic will remain a defining factor for market flows, mining geopolitics and policy frameworks around digital assets. As global players continue to position themselves, conversations at events like BTC Asia — and potential high-level talks between heads of state — could influence how bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are regulated, adopted and integrated into the international financial system.
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