The First 100 Days of Trump: Favorable Wind or Warning Sign for the Crypto Market?

Since Donald Trump's return to the presidency, cryptocurrency investors have been closely monitoring every move coming from Washington. With a decidedly pro-crypto speech and promises to transform the U.S. into the "global capital of cryptocurrencies," the new government has sparked expectations — and also concerns.

In the first hundred days, Trump accelerated initiatives considered historic by the sector: favorable executive orders, reversal of SEC regulations that stifled startups, and the creation of an unprecedented Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. The appointment of executives aligned with the crypto cause in institutions like the SEC and FDIC signaled an important institutional shift.

One milestone was the suspension of the prolonged process against Ripple — something unthinkable months ago. The message was clear: the new administration seeks a more predictable and friendly environment for digital capital.

However, not everything resonated positively in the market. The launch of a token associated with Trump himself, which significantly enhanced his financial image and offered exclusive benefits to large holders, generated noise. Critics point to conflicts of interest and risks of excessive politicization in the sector.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters did not hold back in accusing the government of promoting "institutionalized crypto corruption." The comment came after a closed meeting on sector regulation on May 6 — and raised alarms among institutional investors seeking legal security and stability.

For investors, the scenario is twofold: on one hand, a government more open to innovation and less hostile to the crypto economy; on the other, signs of political concentration and personal interests that could affect the market's credibility in the long run.

The question that lingers is: are we facing an era of regulated and sustainable growth — or yet another cycle of euphoria followed by instability?

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