Trump firm to start new cryptocurrency for shareholders
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The $Trump cryptocurrency is down 93 per cent since hitting a peak on Jan 19, while MELANIA is down 99 per cent since its all-time high on Jan 20.
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- Trump Media plans to issue cryptocurrency tokens to its shareholders via Crypto.com's Cronos blockchain, with each share receiving one token.
- Donald Trump, the largest shareholder with 41% stake, will receive the most tokens; the initiative aims for fair and transparent markets.
- The token, unrelated to DJT shares, offers potential rewards (benefits or discounts) and marks the company's expansion into diverse ventures.
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NEW YORK – Trump Media and Technology Group plans to issue a new cryptocurrency, which will be distributed among its shareholders.
The company, which operates President Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform, said the new token will be allocated to investors in a partnership with crypto exchange Crypto.com, according to a statement on Dec 31. It is expected to operate on the Cronos blockchain, a network supported by Crypto.com.
The coin is the latest in a string of cryptocurrencies attached to Mr Trump. World Liberty Financial, a decentralised finance project supported by the Trump family, operates the WLFI token and the USD1 stablecoin. The President also released his own $Trump meme coin earlier in 2025, alongside a similar coin promoted by his wife Melania.
$Trump is down 93 per cent since hitting a peak on Jan 19, 2025, while MELANIA is down 99 per cent since its all-time high on Jan 20.
Each of Trump Media’s shareholders will receive one token per share, the company said. Mr Trump himself is the company’s largest shareholder, with a 41 per cent stake in the business, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.
His return to the White House in January brought about a more favourable regulatory environment for crypto businesses, with new legislation passed to oversee parts of the sector in the summer. A number of enforcement cases against crypto companies have been paused or dropped by regulators.
“We look forward to utilising Crypto.com’s blockchain technology and improving regulatory clarity to implement this first-of-its kind token distribution, reward Trump Media shareholders, and promote fair and transparent markets,” said Trump Media chief executive Devin Nunes.
The token would be yet another venture for the social media company, which has unveiled plans for a wide array of new business lines – including nuclear fusion, stockpiling other cryptocurrencies, offering financial products and setting up markets for sports wagering.
Token holders may receive additional rewards, the company added, such as benefits or discounts tied to Trump Media products. The coins will not represent ownership of DJT shares, and may not be transferable or exchanged for cash.
The company’s stock was up about 3.3 per cent in pre-market trading on Dec 31. BLOOMBERG
