President-elect Donald Trump 
Donald Trump
Donald J. Trump is a US-based entrepreneur, Pro-crypto Politician, and the 45th and 47th President of the United States of America. He understands the importance and needs of the modern fintech world, and people look up to him as a dominant pro-crypto leader.
Quick Facts
Full name
Donald John Trump
Birth
14-06-1946, New York, United States
Nationality
American
Education
BS from the University of Pennsylvania
Known For
Businessman, Pro-Crypto Politician
Once doubtful about Bitcoindominance, he said in a tweet in 2019, “I am not a fan of Bitcoin", but now has a significant amount of cryptocurrency holdings in his kitty. He has also signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which highlights his commitment to the future of cryptocurrency.
Donald Trump - Career Highlights & Events
2016 – Elected as the 45th President of the United States from the Republican Party.
2017 – Signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, impacting investment environments
2019 – Criticized Bitcoin and Libra on X, dubbing them as "not money"
2024 – Campaign signals potential openness to crypto-friendly reforms
2025 – Elected as the 47th President of the United States from the Republican Party.
A meme coin, $TRUMP, is associated with Donald Trump, which is listed on the Solana blockchain platform. His family also backs World Liberty Financial (WLF), a crypto venture.
President
has chosen Paul Atkins to lead the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Atkins, who has deep ties to conservative financial circles in Washington, will replace outgoing Chair gary gensler
gary gensler
Gary Gensler is the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). His studies in finance and blockchain at MIT have helped him develop U.S. cryptocurrency regulations and policies.
Quick Facts
Full name
Gary Scott Gensler
Birth
18-10-1957, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Nationality
American
Education
MBA from the University of Pennsylvania
Marital status
Married to Francesca Danieli (1986-2006)
Net worth
Estimated $100 million
Gensler has advocated for enhanced supervision of digital assets, seeking to regulate cryptocurrencies similar to securities. His work at the SEC has focused on safeguarding investors, regulating crypto exchanges, and establishing stablecoin policies.
Gary Gensler - Career Highlights
1997 – Became Assistant Secretary of the Treasury.
2009 – Led CFTC, regulating financial derivatives post-2008 crisis.
2018 – Taught blockchain and crypto at MIT.
2021 – Appointed SEC Chairman, focusing on crypto regulations.
2022 – Proposed stricter rules for crypto exchanges.
2023 – Took legal action against major crypto firms.
2024 – Advocated for stronger stablecoin and DeFi regulations.
Gary has collaborated with multiple lawmakers in formulating crypto policies. Even with disagreements with crypto investors regarding crypto policies, he continues to be a key player in the changing dynamic between regulatory frameworks and blockchain advancement.
Awards & Recognitions of Gary Gensler
Year
Institution
Description
2009
U.S. Treasury
Financial Regulation Leader
2018
MIT
Blockchain & Crypto Educator
2021
SEC
SEC Chairman Overseeing Crypto Policies
2023
Bloomberg
Most Influential Regulator in Crypto
2024
Forbes
Top Policy Maker in Digital Assets
Useful Links to Connect With Gary Gensler
Platform
Link
X (formerly Twitter)
twitter.com/GaryGensler
CFTC website
Chairman Gary Gensler
Chairman
who plans to leave on January 20. This shift raises questions about the future of the crypto markets.
Atkins, known for his pro-crypto stance, is expected to be a strong advocate for the industry. He has previously worked with the Digital Chamber of Commerce and has experience in the crypto space. Under his leadership, crypto companies like Coinbase and Ripple may see a less aggressive regulatory approach compared to Gensler’s tenure, as Atkins is likely to focus on creating clear rules for the industry rather than enforcing harsh actions.
What Gary Gensler’s Departure Means for Crypto Regulation
Gensler recently said that his main goal was to protect investors by ensuring that crypto companies follow the rules and that people can make informed decisions. He pointed out that while less than 10% of Americans invest in crypto, most don’t fully understand the risks.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Gensler opened up about his meeting with Atkins and said, “Paul and I did catch up. He knows this agency, he has worked this agency and he was a commissioner for six years.” Gensler said that he shared with Atkins an advice given to him by colleague.
The advice was,
“Remember every single day, the job is one day closer to when you join the formers club. Every day is such a privilege, use it well, use it on behalf of the American public and so that was my main advice to Paul.” (Sic)
The Future of Crypto Markets Under Atkins’ Leadership
Gensler said that SEC remains committed to holding bad actors accountable, but the market’s future, particularly for smaller tokens, remains uncertain. Whether Atkins’ appointment will stifle innovation or lead to a more stable ecosystem remains a hot topic for the industry.
