Marketplace All-in-One The Trump administration is building closer ties to crypto
May 28, 2025
The podcast dives into the growing ties between the Trump administration and cryptocurrency, highlighted by key figures attending Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas. It discusses how major banks are incorporating digital assets into their services while addressing Elon Musk's critique of government spending. Additionally, it evaluates the response of corporations to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) following social justice protests, revealing the complexities behind their financial commitments and the ongoing challenges these institutions face.
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Trump Administration Embraces Crypto
- The Trump administration marked a clear shift toward embracing cryptocurrency, contrasting the more enforcement-heavy Biden approach.
- This change fosters more legitimacy and increased institutional and individual investor interest in crypto.
Corporate Pledges Support HBCUs
- After George Floyd's murder, corporations pledged support to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), with some tangible programs launched.
- Though donations rose, HBCUs still lag behind non-HBCUs in funding and require more sustained investment to thrive.