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INDUSTRY EXECS SEEK POSITIONS ON TRUMP’S CRYPTO ADVISORY COUNCIL
President-elect Trump promised the establishment of a strategic Bitcoin ‘stockpile’ during the Bitcoin 2024 event in Nashville Tennessee.
Industry executives are reportedly seeking a seat at President-elect Donald Trump’s highly-anticipated crypto advisory council, which will be responsible for crafting regulatory policy and expected to establish a Bitcoin strategic reserve.
According to a Reuters report, Coinbase, Ripple Labs, and venture capital firm a16z are among some of the firms looking to join the council.
The council may be nestled under the White House’s National Economic Council, but this is not certain, and the council may operate as a separate, standalone entity.
Speaking at the North American Blockchain Summit on Nov. 21, Bitcoin advocate and co-founder of the Satoshi Action Fund Dennis Porter explained the importance of establishing a Bitcoin strategic reserve in the United States:
“A great way for us to protect ourselves from outside influence — undue influence from our foreign adversaries — is to be in the market buying and selling Bitcoin, acting as a shock absorber for all the incredible Bitcoin miners that we have here in this country.”
Porter continued by comparing the establishment of a Bitcoin strategic reserve to the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the US government’s acquisition of Alaska in 1867 — a point previously stated by MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor.
“We bought these things for pennies on the dollar,” Porter remarked and argued that the US has the same option to do the same today by adopting Bitcoin as a reserve asset before other countries beat the US to the punch.
The race is on for a Bitcoin strategic reserve
Senator Cynthia Lummis — who introduced the Bitcoin strategic reserve bill to the Senate earlier in 2024 — recently argued that the Treasury Department should convert some of its gold to Bitcoin to seed the strategic reserve with assets.
Pro-Bitcoin investor and asset manager Anthony Pompliano also remarked that the Bitcoin race between sovereign powers is underway in a Nov. 16 appearance on Yahoo Finance, and urged the US government to “Get as much Bitcoin onto the balance sheet as possible.”
However, not all industry participants are optimistic about the Bitcoin strategic reserve being established under the incoming Trump administration.
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz previously opined that he believes a Bitcoin strategic reserve is unlikely under a Trump administration, but also forecasted a $500,000 Bitcoin price tag if the strategic reserve is founded in the near term.
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Source: CoinTelegraph
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CHARLES SCHWAB TO ENTER SPOT CRYPTO MARKET ONCE REGULATIONS IMPROVE
Incoming CEO Rick Wurster emphasized readiness to capitalize on evolving regulations and anticipates significant industry impact.
Charles Schwab Corp. is gearing up for a foray into the spot crypto market, signaling a strategic pivot for the financial giant in anticipation of regulatory clarity.
Incoming CEO Rick Wurster disclosed the company’s plans during a Bloomberg Radio interview on Nov. 21, emphasizing Schwab’s readiness to capitalize on evolving regulations.
Wurster said:
“We will get into spot crypto when the regulatory environment changes, and we do anticipate that it will change. We’re getting ready for that eventuality.”
His comments mark a notable shift for Schwab, which has so far limited its crypto exposure to products like exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and futures.
VanEck’s Matthew Sigel noted that the firm’s entry would be a significant moment for the industry and highlighted Wurster’s admission of regret, who said during the interview:
“I have not bought crypto, and now I feel silly.”
Competition and timing
Schwab’s move comes as competition intensifies among retail-focused investment platforms vying for investor dollars. Rival firms like Robinhood Markets and Interactive Brokers have already integrated spot crypto trading, forcing Schwab to reassess its cautious approach.
The so-called “Trump trade,” fueled by President-elect Donald Trump’s victory and its implications for crypto-friendly policies, has further accelerated the industry’s momentum.
Schwab’s current offerings focus on crypto-linked ETFs and futures contracts, allowing clients indirect exposure to the digital asset market. However, industry observers have long speculated that the firm would eventually embrace direct trading to remain competitive.
Adding to the speculation, Sigel hinted at behind-the-scenes activity, stating that a prominent crypto asset manager recently approached Schwab to pitch a partnership.
While details remain unclear, such collaborations could provide Schwab with a quicker and less risky entry into the spot market, leveraging established expertise to navigate operational and regulatory challenges.
Broader institutional shift
Shwab’s evolving stance mirrors a broader shift in institutional attitudes toward digital assets. With regulatory clarity potentially on the horizon, major players in traditional finance are increasingly exploring direct crypto exposure.
The firm’s strategic pivot could position it as a key player in the next wave of crypto adoption, bridging the gap between traditional finance and the burgeoning digital economy.
For now, Schwab appears to be laying the groundwork, aiming to meet investor demand while mitigating risks. The timeline for its entry into spot crypto markets, however, hinges on the regulatory landscape and the firm’s ability to execute its plans effectively.
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Source: Crypto Slate
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