During his 2017-2021 presidential term, Donald Trump made a lasting impact on the U.S. economy, particularly in the energy sector. His administration aggressively expanded oil and gas exploration, propelling the U.S. to become the world’s top oil producer and achieve record-high oil exports. Trump also took pride in filling over 700 million barrels in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve ^[1,2]. 

However, during the 2025-2029 term, Trump’s legacy may extend beyond oil—to BTC. While he was skeptical of crypto during his first presidency, his stance has undergone a dramatic shift. This term, he has openly embraced digital assets, accepting crypto donations for his campaign and actively criticizing the Biden administration’s regulatory approach to the industry. 

Immediately after assuming office, Trump issued an executive order to explore The National Digital Asset Stockpile ^[3], addressing the expectations of the crypto community and ensuring that the U.S. government’s holdings of over 200K BTC remain off the market. His administration is composed of strong crypto advocates, signaling a shift toward a more pro-crypto stance. This approach positions the U.S. as a potential global leader in the crypto space, aligning with Trump’s broader economic ambitions.

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Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has gained recognition for his bold ideas and willingness to implement them on the Tron blockchain. While some might characterize these ideas as derivative, others see them as strategic adaptations inspired by successful solutions in the cryptocurrency market.

Tron's architecture shares similarities with Ethereum;  Tron's aspirations to become a Layer-2 scaling solution for Bitcoin resemble the goals of projects like Stacks; Sun.pump's emergence coincides with the rise of memecoin projects like Pump.fun on Solana. USDD's launch during the 2021 algorithmic stablecoin boom mirrored Terra's UST... Despite the recent surge in TRX price, the long-term success of these adopted concepts on Tron remains to be seen. Many investors primarily associate Tron with its native token TRX and TRC-20 USDT.

Ethena's USDe has piqued investor interest with its promise of staking ETH rewards. However, Justin Sun's USDD 2.0, boasting a 20% yield, raises red flags. The lack of transparency surrounding its yield source echoes the disastrous UST/LUNA collapse in 2022, causing significant losses for investors and bankruptcies across the crypto landscape.

As a cautious investor, I steer clear of USDD 2.0, even if it were USDD 20.0. For secure profit-taking during this crypto cycle, USDT remains my preferred choice. However, should I seek yield while holding a stablecoin during the next crypto winter, USDe presents a more attractive and potentially safer alternative to USDD 2.0.

I would like to know your opinion on this:

• Are you interested in revenue-sharing stablecoins as USDe and USDD 2.0?
• Do you think USDD 2.0 will be successful and bring value to Tron?
• Will traditional stablecoins as USDT & USDC be replaced by revenue-sharing stablecoins?

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References:

• Tron to Launch Revamped USDD 2.0 Stablecoin with 20% APY
  

Since yesterday, the crypto community has been abuzz about the memecoin TRUMP, which has now surged past 90 USD on major exchanges like KuCoin, Bybit, OKX, Bitget, and Kraken. What makes this particularly fascinating is that the price spike coincides with President Trump’s confirmation on X, occurring just ahead of his inauguration day.

There has been considerable debate surrounding this event, with opinions divided between support and criticism. Nonetheless, I believe it is entirely legal, as Trump, often regarded as the first "crypto president" of the US, is entitled to act within the bounds of the law. This is similar to his previous initiatives, such as the issuance of multiple NFTs.

My primary focus lies in financial opportunities. Since I am not bold enough to invest in TRUMP at this moment and may have missed its most significant bull run, my attention shifts to the potential positive impact on SOL and the broader Solana ecosystem. Notably, SOL has recently achieved a new ATH at 295.11 USD.

Solana has demonstrated remarkable recovery and growth, largely driven by memecoins. This resurgence began with the Sagaphone + BONK airdrop, followed by pump.fun, and now TRUMP. While other platforms like Ton, Avalanche, and Tron have also ventured into the memecoin space, they haven't achieved comparable results. For example, Tron launched Sun Pump but was not selected by TRUMP.

Congratulations to Solana and the SOL token for this success. However, I must admit that I hope Solana doesn't become solely associated with memecoins. The platform is capable of addressing a broader spectrum of user needs. With its current momentum, I look forward to seeing Solana attract more users and foster development across diverse and impactful sectors such as DeFi, GameFi, NFT, RWA, AI, MoveFi, and DePIN.

I would like to know your opinion on this:

• Do you think Trump's launch of the TRUMP memecoin on Solana is a success and a great opportunity for Solana?
• Are you investing in TRUMP and SOL?
• After memecoin, what trend will continue to explode in the Solana ecosystem?

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• What the release of Trump's memecoin signals for crypto regulations
  

Recent discussions have highlighted the challenges of handling crypto assets on CEXs after an account holder's death. While legal frameworks may evolve to address inheritance of crypto assets, this analysis focuses on proactive measures regarding personal crypto holdings. Given its enduring value potential, BTC is singled out as the primary asset for long-term investment.

Michael Saylor's plan to secure his BTC after death, while intriguing, raises questions about practical implementation. The core idea is to ensure his BTC remains inaccessible, preserving its value as a testament to his contributions to BTC future. 2 viable approaches to achieve this are: self-destruct mechanism & concealment. One potential strategy to ensure that a specific amount of BTC remains permanently out of circulation is to "burn" it by sending it to an inaccessible account. This effectively removes those coins from the circulating supply, potentially increasing the value of the remaining BTC.

Unlike Michael Saylor, I'm not a billionaire with a grand vision for BTC. I'm a normal worker, earning and saving in USDT. My strategy is simple: DCA into BTC with consistent USDT allocations. Profits are primarily used for essential family expenses, making it challenging to weather prolonged crypto winters. Even in a hypothetical scenario where I accumulate 1 BTC after 50 years of disciplined investing and its value appreciates to 10M USD, the sheer magnitude of that wealth would present significant financial and lifestyle management challenges.

The decision of what to do with my BTC holdings is complex. While I initially considered passing them down to my children, I've come to realize that if they are truly capable, they won't need my wealth. Conversely, if they aren't capable, they might not be responsible stewards of such a significant asset.

Given these considerations, I'm exploring alternative options. Philanthropy is an attractive path, allowing me to support causes I believe in. Alternatively, utilizing my BTC to fund extensive travel and experiences could be a fulfilling way to enjoy the fruits of my labor.

I considered depositing 1 BTC or 10M USD into a bank's permanent savings account, assuming such a service will exist in 50 years. The interest generated could potentially provide for my grandchildren's basic needs, reflecting my deep love for them. Should they not require the funds, I envision them generously donating the interest to charitable causes supporting underprivileged students or patients.

My long-term crypto investment strategy involves accumulating 1 BTC over the next 50 years, divided into 12 accumulation cycles. This translates to acquiring 0.083 BTC per cycle. While currently possessing only a fraction of this target, I remain optimistic about the crypto market's potential for sustained growth and recurring uptrend. These market cycles present valuable opportunities to generate profits and accelerate my BTC accumulation.

I would like to know your opinion on this:

• Do you think crypto will become a part of personal finance in the future?
• What will you do with your crypto assets when you’re old?
• Besides BTC, which token do you believe in for the next 50 years?

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• Michael Saylor’s plan to burn his Bitcoin after death – Following Satoshi’s steps?