U.S. Vice President JD Vance gave a strong speech saying that cryptocurrency is no longer just about making money, it’s now an important part of America’s national plans. Speaking to an excited crowd of investors, developers, and crypto fans, he said Bitcoin isn’t just a trend, it’s a powerful tool that can help the U.S. stay strong in both the economy and technology.
Vance’s message was different from what most government leaders usually say. He called Bitcoin something important on a global level. He also mentioned that China is against Bitcoin, and said this should make the U.S. think carefully about how valuable it might be.
“If our biggest rival doesn’t trust Bitcoin, maybe we should take it more seriously,” Vance said, getting loud applause. This shows that the Trump team may be planning to include Bitcoin and digital currencies in the country’s long-term plans.
Vance also said it’s important for everyone to join the conversation and help create smart rules that support both growth and future planning. “The decisions we make today will decide if we succeed or struggle in the next 10 years,” he warned.
He then made an interesting observation. He said people working with Bitcoin usually have more right-wing political views, while people working in artificial intelligence (AI) often lean left. Even though this isn’t always true, he said it’s important for both sides to work together. He believes Bitcoin and AI are connected, and the future of one will affect the other so we need to think about them together to get the best results.
On the other hand, David Sacks, a top White House advisor known as the “Crypto Czar,” said on Tuesday, that the U.S. government wants to buy more Bitcoin. This follows an order signed earlier this year by President Donald Trump.
“We need electricity to run powerful computers for AI and special machines for Bitcoin,” Sacks said. “If we want AI and crypto to grow, we’ll need a lot more energy.”
As the U.S. government deepens its involvement in cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence, one thing is clear: the conversation is just beginning. With strong voices from both the public and private sectors calling for bold strategies, the future of digital innovation remains wide open. The question now is; how will America lead in a world being rewritten by code, coins, and computation?