The cryptocurrency community is welcoming the dramatic shift in U.S. policy since Donald Trump took office, signaling an end to what industry leaders describe as years of “regulatory pressure” under the Biden administration.
Early signs of the administration’s crypto-friendly stance include the appointment of David Sacks as artificial intelligence and crypto chief and the nomination of Paul Atkins, a longtime advocate of financial innovation, as SEC Chairman nominee. Insiders say these moves, along with the promised executive orders, could usher in a new era for the industry.
One of the most anticipated changes is the reversal of debanking policies that made it harder for banks to work with crypto companies. Under the Biden administration, regulators like the FDIC have discouraged financial institutions from serving cryptocurrency clients, citing reputational risks. The effort, dubbed “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” by crypto investor Nic Carter, has stunted the growth of the sector and alienated startups.
While the crypto community has largely supported Trump’s executive orders, one proposal has stood out: the creation of a U.S.-first strategic reserve that would include U.S.-issued digital currencies like Solana (SOL), USD Coin (USDC), and Ripple (XRP), according to the New York Post . Trump has reportedly met with the founders of those coins and is open to the idea, but some experts worry that it could overshadow Bitcoin, which remains the asset of choice for many in the industry.
“Giving priority to US-origin coins could undermine Bitcoin’s position as the global reserve digital currency,” one source warned.
*This is not investment advice.
