Trump Says US Must Remain the Crypto Capital of the World at the World Economic Forum

Trump says Congress is advancing crypto market structure legislation as he vows at the World Economic Forum to keep the US the global crypto capital.

Trump Says US Must Remain the Crypto Capital of the World at the World Economic Forum
Trump Says US Must Remain the Crypto Capital of the World at the World Economic Forum

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Donald Trump said he is actively working to ensure that the United States remains the “Crypto Capital of the World,” signaling renewed momentum behind federal crypto legislation & regulatory clarity. Addressing global policymakers, business leaders, & investors, Trump highlighted that the US Congress is making rapid progress on crypto market structure legislation, which he hopes to sign into law in the near future.

According to Trump, the proposed framework would unlock new pathways for Americans to access financial freedom by fostering innovation, savings, & modern financing tools powered by digital assets.

What Trump Said at Davos

In his Davos remarks, Trump linked crypto policy to broader goals of innovation, savings, and modern financing, saying he wants to keep the US at the center of global digital asset leadership.

He stated that Congress is actively working on crypto market structure legislation and suggested that signing such a bill could “unlock new pathways” for Americans to pursue financial freedom.

Crypto Market Structure Legislation Back in Focus

Trump’s comments put fresh attention on crypto market structure efforts in Washington, where lawmakers have been debating how to set clearer rules for:

  • Crypto exchanges and trading venues.
  • Token issuance and disclosures.
  • Custody and investor protections.
  • The roles of regulators across digital asset markets.

His framing positions the upcoming framework as a step toward clearer rules that could support innovation while maintaining market integrity.

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