Trump to Form 24-Member Crypto Advisory Council and Issue Executive Orders on First Day, Aiming for Bitcoin Reserve

Jan 13, 2025, 08:02 PM

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to form a 24-member cryptocurrency advisory council to draft legislation, establish a Bitcoin reserve, and promote regulatory clarity in the crypto sector. Key figures such as Michael Saylor, Brian Armstrong, and Brad Garlinghouse are expected to be involved, with Ripple contributing 1 million USDC to Trump's inaugural fund. Additionally, Trump is anticipated to issue executive orders related to cryptocurrency policies on his first day in office, according to reports from the Washington Post. Discussions are taking place at Mar-a-Lago.