Tuxedos, cocktails and an air of optimism filled the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium Friday evening for the highly anticipated Crypto Ball in honor of the new Trump administration.
And, yes, that cover image is of the Trump cookies served to everyone in attendance.
I wonder if those were pot cookies? Snoop Dogg was there, after all.
From Bitcoin-inspired desserts to high-profile performances, the evening was an undeniable signal of the industry’s growing influence in Washington, DC.
An All-Star Guest List at the Trump Crypto Ball 2025
NOW: Snoop Dogg took the stage at Trump’s inaugural ball in Washington
Talk about UNITY
– Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) January 18, 2025
NOW: Snoop Dogg took the stage at Trump’s inaugural ball in Washington
The guest list was as prestigious as it gets for the crypto industry. Attendees included big names like MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor, Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, the Winklevoss brothers, Kraken’s Jesse Powell, and Trump’s choice for crypto czar, David Sacks.
The crowd wasn’t limited to industry figures; Key political players like House Speaker Mike Johnson and Mayor Francis Suarez of Miami also joined the celebration.
“There are tons of people who are responsible for everything that happens in Washington with Bitcoin at the state level,” my friend Samuel Armes tweeted at the event. » But they are rarely recognized because they are in the trenches. Day after day.
Repair the money
Amazing crypto inaugural ball, thank you @_btcinc and all the organizers and sponsors!
-Natalie Brunell
The Crypto Ball was not just a party but a celebration of what the industry considers a turning point. “Make Bitcoin Great Again” red hats circulated as attendees shared their hopes that the Trump administration would establish digital assets as a fully integrated component of the U.S. financial system.
The event symbolizes the belief that change is coming for an industry long dogged by regulatory uncertainty. Many at the Crypto Ball expect this new administration, supported by a more cooperative Congress, to address long-standing concerns and lay the foundation for growth.
Hopes for regulatory clarity emerge from Trump Crypto Ball talks
Trump’s early days are under intense scrutiny, and Crypto Ball attendees are betting high on the bet that his rumored executive orders and appointments could finally cut through the red tape of crypto regulation.
A framework anchoring digital assets within the U.S. financial system could finally pave the way for real progress.
More than a party, the Crypto Ball felt like a rallying cry and, yes, they didn’t let in the scum like you or me. Tickets were $2,500 unless you know someone.
But maybe we’ll move on to the next one! The one aimed at crypto holders slightly above middle class!
The energy of crypto is undeniable, but the real drama always takes place in the corridors of power and strategy.
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