Eric Trump will be speaking at the Bitcoin Asia 2025 conference in Hong Kong next month. This shows the Trump family’s growing interest in crypto.
Hong Kong vs. the US: A Crypto Showdown
The conference aims to make Hong Kong a major player in the digital asset world, directly competing with the US. The US, under the previous Trump administration, made significant strides in crypto regulation. This rivalry is heating up, especially with both locations pushing for stablecoin legalization.
Eric Trump: A Crypto Advocate
Eric Trump, who’s involved in crypto ventures like American Bitcoin and World Liberty Financial (WLFI), is a well-known supporter of the industry. His speech will cover Bitcoin’s future, its impact on global finance, and Asia’s role in its adoption. Bitcoin Asia is a big cryptocurrency event, a regional offshoot of the larger Bitcoin Conference.
Hong Kong’s Push for Crypto Dominance
Hong Kong is aggressively trying to become a global leader in digital assets. This mirrors the previous US government’s goal of making America the “crypto capital of the planet.” Hong Kong recently released an updated policy statement outlining its plans to build a strong digital asset infrastructure.
The Crypto Landscape
The competition is fierce, with both Hong Kong and the US working towards stablecoin legalization. In the US, bills like the GENIUS Act and the CLARITY Act are awaiting House approval after passing the Senate. Last year’s Bitcoin Asia conference was huge, drawing over 5,500 attendees, with many coming from mainland China. This year’s event will be even bigger, taking place August 28th and 29th. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $108,370.