In a keynote speech at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, Eric Trump emphasized that bitcoin is currently experiencing its most significant period. As the co-founder and chief strategy officer of American Bitcoin, Trump attributed this growth to the convergence of mainstream financial access, corporate treasury adoption, and institutional investment. He stated, "The progress bitcoin has made in the last six months, compared to the preceding three years, is truly transformative.
We are witnessing the greatest period ever." Trump cited the increasing involvement of major banks in offering bitcoin-backed mortgages and custody services as a testament to Wall Street's shifting stance. He noted, "Rather than selling, people are choosing to hold onto bitcoin, making it a more stable asset. The limited supply and rising demand from institutions and governments are structurally altering the market." The event's moderator, Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, discussed the significance of bitcoin ETFs, which have been among the most successful launches in the history of the instrument, thereby expanding access to everyday investors.
Trump expressed his optimism, saying, "I am willing to withstand the volatility. Only time will tell who emerges victorious in the long run."