The son of President Donald Trump, Eric Trump, stated, “Everybody in the world wants Bitcoin,” highlighting his strong support for the adoption of cryptocurrencies at the 2025 Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas.
He highlighted the potential for Bitcoin to transform the financial system, characterizing it as a transparent, decentralized, and liberating asset that provides financial inclusion outside of conventional banking frameworks.
Eric Trump Highlights Surge in Corporate Bitcoin Interest at 2025 Conference
At the 2025 Bitcoin Conference, Eric Trump highlighted the growing corporate interest in Bitcoin, noting that just a few years ago, only a handful of companies were investing in the asset.
Today, however, more and more businesses are actively adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets. Eric Trump emphasized that even owning a fraction of a Bitcoin is becoming highly desirable, stating, “Point-one Bitcoin is going to be an absolute fortune.”
He pointed out that individuals and institutions alike are racing to acquire Bitcoin in any amount they can. According to Eric Trump, Bitcoin is no longer seen as a speculative asset but a strategic one—something to hold onto, not sell.
“Everybody wants it on their balance sheet,” he said, underlining the sentiment that Bitcoin has become a prized, long-term asset in both corporate and personal portfolios.
Eric Trump’s Support for Bitcoin Not New
Eric Trump has time and again applauded Bitcoin for its global reach and capacity to give financial access to individuals disadvantaged by traditional systems, while criticizing established financial institutions as antiquated and exclusive.
He has emphasized that one of the main components of Bitcoin’s value proposition is its fixed supply of 21 million coins.
Beyond activism, the Trump family is involved in cryptocurrency. They have declared plans for Trump Media & Technology Group to invest $2.5 billion in Bitcoin and own a sizeable portion of World Liberty Financial, a $2.2 billion cryptocurrency corporation.
In a statement expressing his belief that his father will lead the US to become the “crypto capital of the world,” Eric Trump demonstrated his ongoing dedication to incorporating digital assets into the country’s financial system.
Michael Saylor Backs Eric Trump’s Pro-Bitcoin Remarks, Citing Shared Vision for Crypto’s Future
Strategy Inc.’s executive chairman, Michael Saylor, has openly supported Eric Trump’s recent comments regarding Bitcoin, emphasizing a common outlook for the cryptocurrency’s future.
Eric Trump cited Saylor’s advice at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas: “You should mortgage Mar-a-Lago immediately. You must withdraw $2 billion from Mar-a-Lago and invest in Bitcoin, highlighting Saylor’s optimistic outlook on the cryptocurrency.”
Saylor’s backing highlights a wider congruence between well-known bitcoin personalities and the Trump family’s increasing engagement.
Saylor has been recognized by Eric Trump as the leader of the global “accumulation race” for Bitcoin, indicating that both parties see the cryptocurrency’s potential as a strategic asset.
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