Bitcoin Surges Amidst Political Turmoil
By Manoj Dharra
Bitcoin surged over 4% on Monday to approach $63,000 following Donald Trump’s defiant response to an assassination attempt. This event sparked speculation that the pro-crypto former US president’s re-election chances have increased, with news prediction site Polymarket boosting his victory odds to 70%.
This rise illustrates the growing link between politics and digital assets, emphasizing Trump’s impact on the crypto market.
The political turmoil propelled Trump-related assets, resulting in a significant price increase in meme coins inspired by Trump. TREMP, in particular, saw the largest gains, soaring over 100% following the incident; however, the token trades at $0.439, down 10.5% in the Monday afternoon trade.
This dramatic rise underscores the market’s reactive nature to political events, especially those involving high-profile figures like Trump.
Furthermore, Trump-themed PoliFi altcoins experienced substantial value increases, with a notable 60% spike in the TRUMP (MAGA) token, which touched $10 in a knee-jerk reaction to the incident. However, the token now trades at $8.20, down 12% on the back of profit-taking by whales.
This trend indicates a growing sentiment among investors who see Trump’s potential re-election as a positive development for the crypto sector.
How did shooting at Trump spur crypto?
The crypto sector is trying to bolster candidates seen as favorable to digital assets, including through big donations to the Fairshake political action committee.
Trump’s recent vocal support for crypto, which contrasts with current President Joe Biden’s stance, may also play a significant role, an analyst said.
Some market participants believe that Trump surviving the apparent assassination attempt could bolster his campaign, potentially leading to more favorable crypto regulations.
Trump, who gained sympathy following the shooting, is scheduled to attend the flagship annual Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, on July 27, and his appearance is likely to further solidify his position within the crypto community.
In June, Trump met with Bitcoin miners and subsequently posted on his Truth Social account, stating that Bitcoin mining may be “our last line of defense against a CBDC,” referring to a central bank digital currency. He added that he wants all remaining Bitcoin to be “MADE IN THE USA!!!”
Trump’s campaigns have significantly benefited from the influx of cryptocurrency donations to the Republican Party during his tenure, underscoring the growing influence of digital assets in political fundraising. As the crypto universe continues to expand, Trump’s interactions with it will likely remain a topic of significant interest and influence going forward.
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