The cryptocurrency world witnessed an unprecedented amalgamation of politics and digital finance at the Bitcoin MENA conference in Abu Dhabi, attended by luminaries from President-elect Donald Trump’s new cryptocurrency venture. The conference, bustling with anticipation and the optimism of the “golden age of bitcoin,” was highlighted by the presence of Trump’s son Eric and billionaire Steve Witkoff, among others closely associated with the World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform recently co-founded by Donald Trump.
As the digital currency bitcoin continues to shatter financial ceilings—recently topping $100,000—attendees at the conference were treated to discussions on the future of cryptocurrency and Trump’s promises of championing the U.S. as the global crypto capital. The excitement was palpable, with more than 6,000 participants, including crypto exchange founders and industry influencers, converging to share insights and strategies.
Eric Trump’s scheduled keynote and a “whale-only” gathering underline the event’s appeal to significant market movers, while Steve Witkoff’s address to an exclusive audience emphasized the high stakes and high expectations resting on the evolving relationship between cryptocurrency and political influence in the U.S.
With Donald Trump positioning himself as the “chief crypto advocate” for World Liberty Financial and promising extensive engagement in the digital asset space, the Abu Dhabi conference marks a critical juncture for the crypto industry. It underscores a growing recognition of cryptocurrency’s potential to redefine financial landscapes, catalyzed by significant political backing and a vision for the United States’ future in the global digital economy.
