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#binancepizza **Binance Pizza Day 2025: Event Overview and Attendee Insights**

On May 23, 2025, Binance hosted its annual **Pizza Day** celebration in Barcelona, Spain, as part of the broader "Bitcoin Pizza Day" commemorations. The event aimed to promote cryptocurrency adoption through community engagement and highlight Binance's ongoing efforts in the European market. Below is a detailed summary of key details and reactions based on available sources:

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### **1. Event Highlights**
- **Date and Location**: The main event took place on **May 23, 2025**, in Barcelona, featuring pizza-making activities and community-driven discussions about crypto adoption.
- **Key Participants**: Binance CEO Richard Teng (@_RichardTeng) emphasized the event’s role in strengthening ties with European users and fostering local crypto adoption.
- **Impact on Crypto Markets**: Analysts noted potential short-term trading opportunities for **BNB** (Binance’s native token) due to increased visibility and user activity post-event.

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### **2. Attendee Experience and Criticisms**
- **Invitation Controversy**: Some attendees reported receiving **"invite-only" emails** but expressed skepticism about exclusivity, as registration was required to secure seats. Critics argued this suggested over-inviting to ensure attendance.
- **Restrictions**: Guests were not allowed to bring **+1s**, sparking complaints about safety and convenience, especially for attendees unfamiliar with other participants.
- **KYC-Related Tensions**: One invitee highlighted lingering frustration over Binance’s strict KYC (Know Your Customer) policies, questioning whether the event was an apology for past user restrictions.

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### **3. Broader Significance**
The event aligns with the historical **Bitcoin Pizza Day**, which marks the first real-world Bitcoin transaction (10,000 BTC for two pizzas in 2010). Binance’s celebration underscores its strategy to blend cultural milestones with brand promotion, though mixed attendee feedback reflects challenges in balancing exclusivity and

#TrumpMediaBitcoinTreasury #**Trump Media Bitcoin Treasury Update (May 28, 2025)**

Trump Media and Technology Group (DJT) has finalized plans to raise **$2.5 billion** to establish a Bitcoin treasury, marking a significant shift toward cryptocurrency adoption under Donald Trump’s leadership. Below are the key updates as of today:

### 1. **Capital Raise Details**
- **Structure**: The $2.5 billion is split into **$1.5 billion in common stock** (issued at the last closing price) and **$1 billion in convertible notes** priced at a 35% premium.
- **Closing Date**: The offering is expected to close on **May 29, 2025**, pending customary conditions.
- **Institutional Backing**: Approximately 50 institutional investors participated in the private placement.

### 2. **Bitcoin Treasury Strategy**
- **Purpose**: The funds will be used to purchase Bitcoin, positioning it as a core treasury asset alongside existing cash and short-term investments ($759 million as of Q1 2025).
- **Custody Partners**: Anchorage Digital and Crypto.com will manage custody for the Bitcoin holdings.
- **Strategic Vision**: CEO Devin Nunes framed the move as a defense against “harassment and discrimination by financial institutions” and a step toward integrating crypto into Trump Media’s platforms (e.g., subscription payments, utility tokens).

### 3. **Market Reaction**
- **Stock Performance**: DJT shares fell **8–12%** following the announcement, extending its year-to-date decline to nearly 30%.
- **Bitcoin Price Impact**: BTC briefly surged past $110,500 on the news but stabilized near $110,000.

### 4. **Broader Context**
- **Political Alignment**: The move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda and his pledge to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world”.
- **Regulatory Scrutiny**:

### 5. **Future Implications**
- **M&A and Expansion**: The company plans to use the Bitcoin treasury to fund mergers, acquisitions, and financial services like Truth.Fi (a FinTech platform).
- **Speculative Projects**: Analysts speculate about

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**Trump Media Bitcoin Treasury Update (May 28, 2025)**

Trump Media and Technology Group (DJT) has finalized plans to raise **$2.5 billion** to establish a Bitcoin treasury, marking a significant shift toward cryptocurrency adoption under Donald Trump’s leadership. Below are the key updates as of today:

### 1. **Capital Raise Details**
- **Structure**: The $2.5 billion is split into **$1.5 billion in common stock** (issued at the last closing price) and **$1 billion in convertible notes** priced at a 35% premium.
- **Closing Date**: The offering is expected to close on **May 29, 2025**, pending customary conditions.
- **Institutional Backing**: Approximately 50 institutional investors participated in the private placement.

### 2. **Bitcoin Treasury Strategy**
- **Purpose**: The funds will be used to purchase Bitcoin, positioning it as a core treasury asset alongside existing cash and short-term investments ($759 million as of Q1 2025).
- **Custody Partners**: Anchorage Digital and Crypto.com will manage custody for the Bitcoin holdings.
- **Strategic Vision**: CEO Devin Nunes framed the move as a defense against “harassment and discrimination by financial institutions” and a step toward integrating crypto into Trump Media’s platforms (e.g., subscription payments, utility tokens).

### 3. **Market Reaction**
- **Stock Performance**: DJT shares fell **8–12%** following the announcement, extending its year-to-date decline to nearly 30%.
- **Bitcoin Price Impact**: BTC briefly surged past $110,500 on the news but stabilized near $110,000.

### 4. **Broader Context**
- **Political Alignment**: The move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda and his pledge to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world”.
- **Regulatory Scrutiny**: Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren has questioned oversight of Trump-affiliated crypto ETFs, signaling potential regulatory challenges.
- **Industry Trend**: #TrumpMediaBitcoinTreasury #TrumpMediaBitcoinTreasury

**Trump Media Bitcoin Treasury Update (May 28, 2025)**

Trump Media and Technology Group (DJT) has finalized plans to raise **$2.5 billion** to establish a Bitcoin treasury, marking a significant shift toward cryptocurrency adoption under Donald Trump’s leadership. Below are the key updates as of today:

### 1. **Capital Raise Details**
- **Structure**: The $2.5 billion is split into **$1.5 billion in common stock** (issued at the last closing price) and **$1 billion in convertible notes** priced at a 35% premium.
- **Closing Date**: The offering is expected to close on **May 29, 2025**, pending customary conditions.
- **Institutional Backing**: Approximately 50 institutional investors participated in the private placement.

### 2. **Bitcoin Treasury Strategy**
- **Purpose**: The funds will be used to purchase Bitcoin, positioning it as a core treasury asset alongside existing cash and short-term investments ($759 million as of Q1 2025).
- **Custody Partners**: Anchorage Digital and Crypto.com will manage custody for the Bitcoin holdings.
- **Strategic Vision**: CEO Devin Nunes framed the move as a defense against “harassment and discrimination by financial institutions” and a step toward integrating crypto into Trump Media’s platforms (e.g., subscription payments, utility tokens).

### 3. **Market Reaction**
- **Stock Performance**: DJT shares fell **8–12%** following the announcement, extending its year-to-date decline to nearly 30%.
- **Bitcoin Price Impact**: BTC briefly surged past $110,500 on the news but stabilized near $110,000.

### 4. **Broader Context**
- **Political Alignment**: The move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda and his pledge to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world”.
- **Regulatory Scrutiny**: Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren has questioned oversight of Trump-affiliated crypto ETFs, signaling potential regulatory challenges.
- **Industry Trend**: Trump Media follows MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin treasury model, which has inspired companies like GameStop and biotech firms to