US VP Vance to speak at Bitcoin conference amid Trump crypto controversies

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas on May 28, 2025, becoming the first sitting American vice president to publicly support Bitcoin at such an event.

His speech will focus on financial independence, technological innovation, and Bitcoin's role in future U.S. economic policy.

Vance personally holds between $250,000 and $500,000 in Bitcoin, underscoring his direct financial interest in the cryptocurrency. During his tenure as a U.S. Senator, he opposed what he called federal regulatory overreach, particularly actions by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission targeting crypto companies, and advocated for decentralized financial alternatives citing examples like Canada’s 2022 bank account freezes.

His appearance follows former President Donald Trump’s speech at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville during his presidential campaign, highlighting a growing political engagement with crypto.

However, Vance’s role in crypto-related policy since taking office has been limited compared to Trump’s executive actions on crypto regulation and stablecoins. The conference will also feature Trump’s sons, Donald Jr. and Eric, who are connected to a crypto platform under scrutiny for potential conflicts of interest.

Vance’s participation signals a significant moment for Bitcoin in U.S. politics, reflecting a new generation’s embrace of financial sovereignty and innovation through decentralized technology. The event is expected to attract over 30,000 attendees, including leaders from technology, finance, and policy sectors.

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