Trump Unveils $Trump Cryptocurrency as Market Value Surges

Thu Jul 10 2025 12:40:48 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Unveils $Trump Cryptocurrency as Market Value Surges

Donald Trump's newly launched meme coin, $Trump, sees rapid rise in market valuation ahead of his presidential inauguration.


Former President Donald Trump has made headlines once again with the introduction of his own cryptocurrency, $Trump, which skyrocketed to a market capitalization of nearly $5.5 billion just hours after its launch. Coordinated by CIC Digital LLC, an affiliate of the Trump Organization, the coin aims to tap into the viral nature of meme coins, which have gained popularity in recent years.

The launch came just days before Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on Monday. Advertised as an opportunity to celebrate "WINNING," the $Trump meme coin was announced by Trump on his social media platform, Truth Social. The website claims that the coin embodies a leader who perseveres "no matter the odds," yet it stresses that it is not intended to be an investment opportunity and is detached from political campaigns or government agencies.

Despite the upbeat marketing, critics have raised concerns about the ethical implications of Trump profiting from the cryptocurrency amid his presidential transition. Crypto commentator Nick Tomaino warned that the coin's launch, which allows Trump to retain 80% ownership, could harm investors who might be left holding devalued assets after the initial hype fades.

With an initial release of 200 million tokens and plans to issue an additional 800 million over the next three years, the potential volatility of the $Trump token raises alarms among seasoned cryptocurrency investors. The success of the coin may hinge on the policies of the upcoming Trump administration regarding cryptocurrencies, promising a shift from the regulatory scrutiny faced during President Joe Biden's tenure.

In a twist of fate, Trump's pivot towards crypto contrasts with his previously cautious stance, where he envisioned America becoming the "crypto capital of the planet" during a Bitcoin conference last year. As the cryptocurrency landscape evolves, investors and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on how developments unfold under Trump's presidency.

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