The disclosure reveals that Trump holds assets ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 in cryptocurrency wallets, specifically linked to a collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). These NFTs depict a range of cartoon-style trading cards featuring Trump in diverse outfits, from hunterâs camouflage to a superhero costume.
The NFTs were initially introduced in December 2022 as a âlimited edition collectionâ of 44,000 cards, priced at $99 each, which promptly sold out within a day. A subsequent batch in April enjoyed similar success.
Earnings from the NFT venture appear to have exceeded $8.9 million, with Trump reportedly amassing $298,000 in licensing fees. The disclosed wallet, held under the Trump entity CIC Digital, showcases an intriguing dichotomy in Trumpâs relationship with cryptocurrency.
Despite once labeling cryptocurrencies as ânot moneyâ and expressing skepticism about their value, Trump has invested substantially in Ethereum-linked NFTs.
This revelation has sparked speculation about Trumpâs potential interest in decentralized finance (DeFi) and cryptocurrencyâs role in funding his potential 2024 presidential campaign. Such platforms offer anonymity, allowing funds to be amassed discreetly.
Complicating matters further, the Trump family has taken legal action against a cryptocurrency named âTrumpcoin,â asserting unauthorized use of their name. This legal stance echoes Trumpâs mixed views on the cryptocurrency space, where he acknowledges its financial potential while criticizing its legitimacy.
As the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) tightens its scrutiny of the cryptocurrency realm, particularly celebrity endorsements, Trumpâs NFT venture is unlikely to exacerbate his legal challenges.
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