In a keynote speech at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, Eric Trump, co-founder and chief strategy officer of American Bitcoin, expressed his optimism about the current state of bitcoin, stating that its best period is now underway. He attributed this to the convergence of mainstream financial access, corporate treasuries, and institutional adoption.
Trump noted that the progress made by bitcoin in the last six months surpasses its achievements over the previous three years, describing it as a 'transformational' period. He cited the growing involvement of major banks in offering bitcoin-backed mortgages and custody services as evidence of a significant shift in Wall Street's stance towards the cryptocurrency.
Trump also pointed out that the limited supply of bitcoin, combined with increasing demand from institutions and governments, is structurally altering the market. Furthermore, he emphasized the growing traction of bitcoin ETFs, which have facilitated greater accessibility for individual investors. When asked about the market's volatility, Trump expressed his confidence in the long-term prospects of bitcoin, stating that he is willing to ride out the fluctuations and anticipate who will emerge victorious over the next decade.