TLDR:
Eric Trump to address digital finance
Abu Dhabi attracts top crypto voices
Bitcoin MENA highlights UAE’s role in Bitcoin
ABU DHABI (The Thursday Times) — Prominent figures will gather this December at Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC Centre for Bitcoin MENA, a significant event spotlighting the Middle East’s evolving role in the global Bitcoin economy. Eric Trump, Executive VP of the Trump Organization, and Prince Filip of Serbia are set to share insights into the future of digital finance, marking the growing influence of the conference. Trump’s participation underscores the Trump family’s ongoing support for Bitcoin as a hedge against U.S. inflation, following his father’s appearance at Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville.
Trump and Bitcoin
Trump previously lambasted the Biden Administration—specifically naming former U.S. presidential candidate and incumbent vice president Kamala Harris—for their tirade against the digital assets industry as a whole:
I would like to wish our great Bitcoiners a Happy 16th Anniversary of Satoshi’s White Paper. We will end Kamala’s war on crypto, & Bitcoin will be MADE IN THE USA! VOTE TRUMP! #Bitcoin #FreeRossDayOne
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 31, 2024
This high-profile addition highlights Abu Dhabi’s ambitions to position itself as a premier hub for Bitcoin adoption, with Eric Trump’s business acumen expected to attract a wealth of industry attention. As the UAE’s financial landscape embraces Bitcoin, influential voices from across the globe—like Saifedean Ammous, author of The Bitcoin Standard, and Abdulla Al Dhaheri from the Blockchain Centre Abu Dhabi—will explore the opportunities and challenges shaping digital finance in the region. The UAE’s recent zero VAT policy on Bitcoin gains, among other progressive financial rulings, strengthens its appeal as a destination for Bitcoin investors and innovators.
Eric Trump has previously stated his family’s “love” for the cryptocurrency industry:
Our family loves crypto and appreciates the incredible support from the community for @worldlibertyfi. Excited for what’s ahead! pic.twitter.com/8kn8rACyub
— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) November 1, 2024
Bitcoin MENA, organized by BTC Media, is part of a series known for its global editions in Amsterdam, Nashville, and Hong Kong, each drawing significant attention. The event will feature dynamic sessions, expo halls, and exclusive VIP experiences, offering attendees rare opportunities to engage with thought leaders and explore cutting-edge advancements in the Bitcoin ecosystem. With its substantial resources and innovation-driven strategy, the UAE stands poised to lead in the “New Gold Rush” of digital finance, marking Bitcoin MENA as a pivotal moment in Middle Eastern Bitcoin advocacy.
