Trump Media & Technology Group is diving deeper into crypto with a $2.5 billion investment in Bitcoin, aiming to solidify its presence in the financial sector.
The firm is raising funds through a $1.5 billion stock sale and $1 billion in convertible notes, with custody handled by Anchorage Digital and Crypto.com.
CEO Devin Nunes called Bitcoin a symbol of “financial freedom,” aligning the move with the company’s America First strategy. The investment comes as part of a broader plan to launch crypto and ETF products tailored to retail investors.
While Trump Media’s stock dipped 6% on the news, the company continues to expand its crypto footprint—adding to previous ventures like NFTs, meme coins, and a stake in Bitcoin miner American Bitcoin.
The aggressive push has drawn regulatory attention, with Senator Elizabeth Warren questioning oversight of Trump-linked ETFs.
With over $750 million already on its balance sheet, Trump Media is positioning itself as a politically charged player in the crypto-finance arena.
At the recent Bitcoin 2025 conference, White House advisor David Sacks opened the door to a potential increase in the U.S. government’s Bitcoin holdings — but only if it can be done without adding to the deficit or raising taxes.
El Salvador has secured a $120 million disbursement from the IMF as part of its $1.4 billion loan agreement, but only after agreeing to reduce direct government involvement in Bitcoin operations.
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet is ramping up its Bitcoin strategy by raising $50 million through a private placement of zero-interest bonds.
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, is sounding a dire alarm over what he describes as the beginning of financial chaos in the U.S.—a scenario he believes will wipe out millions financially.