President Donald Trump recently addressed the Digital Asset Summit (DAS) organized by Blockworks in New York City, marking a significant moment as the first sitting U.S. president to speak at a Bitcoin and cryptocurrency conference. 
In his video message, President Trump emphasized the United States’ commitment to leading in cryptocurrency and next-generation financial technologies. He highlighted the establishment of the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the Digital Asset Stockpile through a recent executive order. These initiatives aim to protect and enhance the long-term value of digital assets forfeited to the federal government. 
The President also addressed the cessation of previous regulatory practices perceived as adversarial to cryptocurrencies, stating, “We are ending the previous cryptocurrency administration and its war on Bitcoin.” He underscored the importance of developing a fair regulatory framework for stablecoins and market structures to foster innovation while ensuring consumer protection. 
Furthermore, President Trump expressed optimism about the potential of cryptocurrencies to bolster economic growth, enhance privacy, and strengthen the dominance of the U.S. dollar through dollar-based stablecoins. He acknowledged the energy and passion within the crypto community, recognizing its role in driving financial innovation.
For a more in-depth understanding of President Trump’s perspectives on cryptocurrency and digital assets, you can watch his full speech from the White House Digital Assets Summit below: