How Trump pushed bitcoin to record highs

Crypto is skyrocketing, ever since Donald Trump won the US election.Trump is set to lead the most pro-crypto administration ever, promising a crypto advisory council and appointing a prominent pro-crypto hedge fund manager as his pick for Treasury secretary. His campaign received considerable donations from the crypto industry, who hope he’ll come good on his promise to create a national bitcoin stockpile.Today, managing editor of The Saturday Paper Emily Barrett on why Trump backs crypto and what it means for the global economy.Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and InstagramGuest: Managing editor of The Saturday Paper Emily BarrettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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