The Trump Era of Crypto: A Chance for Leadership and Innovation

Regulation. Education. Governance. These three pillars hold the key to the future of crypto. Yet, we’ve been just focusing on just one: regulation. Don’t get me wrong, clear and simple regulation is crucial. It brings clarity and predictability, which in turn drives adoption by enabling businesses to operate with confidence, reassuring investors, and attracting top talent to the industry. But regulation alone won’t cut it. To truly unlock crypto’s potential, we need education and governance to work alongside it.

Regulation: setting the stage

Let’s start with regulation, the buzzword on everyone’s lips. The United States is finally poised for a regulatory reset, and at the center of it is President Trump. A pro-Bitcoin president, hailed by the crypto community, he’s already made waves by firing Gary Gensler and replacing him with more crypto-friendly leadership. Promises to “mine, mint, and make Bitcoin in the USA” and support the industry with thoughtful policies are music to the ears of Bitcoin enthusiasts and tech entrepreneurs alike.

We could soon see a Bitcoin strategic reserve, greater institutional investment in crypto, and long-awaited clarity around token issuance, stablecoins, and DeFi. These are exciting times! But here’s the thing: regulation is just the framework. Without education, it risks becoming a hollow shell.

Education: the missing link

Regulation without education is like building a house without a foundation or better it is like making pasta without salt—it might look right, but it lacks the substance to truly satisfy.  Why should crypto succeed? Why should it be adopted? These answers must resonate with the broader public and make sense to everyday people, showing how crypto is ‘common sense’- a practical innovation that benefits everyone, not just industry insiders. 

People like me, who have been in this space for nearly a decade, know the highs and lows. We’ve weathered bear markets, made and lost money, faced scams, and learned hard lessons. We’re not here for meme coin mania. We believe in crypto’s power to create a better world:

• Sovereign money that’s uncensorable and fully owned, protecting property rights and individual autonomy.
• Transparent money with verifiable transactions, building trust and ensuring accountability.
• Efficient money that streamlines systems by removing unnecessary intermediaries and central authorities.
• Private money that safeguards individual freedoms and ensures discretion where it matters most.
• Empowering money that drives financial inclusion and enables individuals to unlock the value of their assets and data.

Yet, education is sorely lacking. The risks of meme coins, for example, are often misunderstood. They have their place in bringing new people into the space, but only if participants understand the gamble. Humans are emotional creatures, not perfect AI agents. We fall in love, form habits, and seek gratification. Education should empower people to navigate these impulses wisely.

Governance: the final frontier

And then there’s governance—the perennial challenge of humanity. Decentralisation lies at the heart of crypto, promising individual rights and ownership. But without resilient governance systems, even the most decentralised networks can falter. Governance remains one of the biggest challenges in the crypto space. We’ve seen countless hacks, millions of dollars lost, faulty systems, and unfair structures where centralisation prevails—even under the guise of decentralisation. These failures highlight the urgent need for robust governance.

Governance isn’t just about rules; it’s about creating systems that are efficient, secure, and fair while staying true to the principle of decentralisation. That’s not easy!  Blockchain technology offers a unique opportunity to solve age-old governance problems, but success isn’t guaranteed. We need to actively design systems that protect and empower participants. A civilization without governance is chaos, and crypto without governance risks becoming the same.

A call for collaboration

For crypto to thrive, we need a holistic approach. Regulation must respect crypto’s core values: privacy, disintermediation, and decentralization. Education must be a priority, funded and endorsed by governments, promoted by the crypto industry and embraced by the community. And governance must evolve to meet the needs of a decentralized world.

This is not just a task for governments or regulators. It’s a task for all of us: industry leaders, educators, investors, and everyday participants. Dialogue is essential. Mistakes will happen, but they’re opportunities to learn and improve.

The Trump Factor for the crypto market

With Trump in power, the US has a unique chance to lead. His administration’s promises could set the stage for a global crypto renaissance, but the responsibility to seize this moment lies with all of us. It’s an opportunity we cannot afford to waste.

Let’s hope his leadership delivers on its vision, setting an example for other nations to innovate and embrace the future of finance. As we move forward, the conversation must focus on education and governance—key pillars in building a regulatory framework where crypto can truly thrive.

The world is watching. This is our moment. Let’s make it count.