Las Vegas — Eric Trump addressed the audience at Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, asserting that the current period is bitcoin's most remarkable to date, with its best days already unfolding. The American Bitcoin co-founder emphasized that the combination of mainstream financial access, corporate adoption, and institutional investment has created a pivotal moment for the asset.
Trump stated, "The progress bitcoin has made over the last six months is unparalleled compared to the preceding three years. We are witnessing a transformative era, the most significant I've ever seen." He cited the growing involvement of major banks in offering bitcoin-backed mortgages and custody services as evidence of a shift in Wall Street's stance.
"Rather than selling, people are choosing to hold onto bitcoin, which is becoming increasingly valuable due to limited supply and rising demand from institutions and governments," Trump explained. Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, highlighted the impact of this trend on the ETF market, noting that bitcoin ETFs have been among the most successful launches in history, providing everyday investors with access previously reserved for institutions. Trump expressed his confidence in bitcoin's long-term prospects, stating, "I'm willing to endure the volatility, and we'll see who emerges victorious over the next decade."