Former U.S. President Donald Trump is receiving notable cryptocurrency donations as the upcoming election approaches.
On-chain donations have reached nearly $60,000, not including contributions made via centralized exchanges like Coinbase.
According to blockchain analytics firm Breadcrumbs, Trump’s campaign has received $59,386 in on-chain crypto donations from 218 donors. Analyst James Delmore explained that many donations come through exchanges, which aren’t considered on-chain transactions. Most donations are in USDC, sent via Ethereum, Base, and Polygon networks. Trump’s campaign has raised over $260 million in total, with traditional donations still leading.
The Winklevoss twins announced a $2 million Bitcoin donation to Trump’s campaign, supporting his pro-crypto stance.
Trump’s campaign started accepting crypto donations in May, emphasizing his support for the industry. This move comes amid regulatory challenges and a shift in Congress towards pro-crypto legislation as the election nears.
Grayscale Investments has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to allow the launch of its multi-crypto ETF—the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund—arguing that further delays violate statutory deadlines and harm investors.
Robinhood has officially introduced Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) staking services for its U.S. customers, offering a new way for users to earn rewards on their crypto holdings.
Binance CEO Richard Teng shared an optimistic outlook on the future of cryptocurrencies during an appearance on Mornings with Maria, highlighting growing global acceptance, regulatory progress, and strategic reserve integration.
President Donald Trump announced a sweeping 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, citing political persecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro and rising concerns over digital censorship.