At the Digital Asset Summit 2025, Donald Trump shared his vision for U.S. leadership in the crypto and financial technologies sector.
Trump's Main Address: A Vision for the Future
President Donald Trump addressed the Digital Asset Summit 2025 via video, sharing his vision for the U.S. to lead the world in crypto and financial technologies. He emphasized that while the task is challenging, the U.S. is already ahead, having hosted the first-ever White House Digital Summit.
Responses to Previous Administrations
Trump criticized the previous administration’s approach to crypto regulation, calling it a misuse of government power. He stated that under his leadership, the U.S. is ending this regulatory 'war.' He also urged Congress to pass clear, sensible regulations for stablecoins and market structures to support innovation and investment in the industry.
Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile
As part of a new course, Trump's executive order establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile, which will hold about 200,000 bitcoins and other digital assets seized by federal agencies. The U.S. Treasury will oversee these assets to ensure their value is maximized.
Trump expressed confidence in the crypto community's potential, stating it embodies the spirit that built America, reaffirming that the future of finance will be led by the U.S.