Trump’s Latest NFT Sale Shows Ex-Crypto Critic Holding Bitcoin

Former President Donald Trump’s latest NFT sale has drawn attention due to the involvement of a one-time crypto critic now holding Bitcoin

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Trump’s new collection, the fourth such offering, features 50 NFTs that sell for $99 each

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The former president has earned more than $7 million from his three previous NFT collections

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Trump’s reversal on the crypto issue came amid signs that elected officials see opposition to digital assets as a political liability

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The sale has sparked discussions within the crypto community about the credibility and impact of former critics engaging with Bitcoin and NFTs

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