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Cómo Trump ganó más de US$ 1.000 millones con criptomonedas mientras la mayoría de los inversores perdieron dinero
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 2, 2026
· 4 min read
Por David Goldman, CNN
El presidente Donald Trump lanzó su memecoin $TRUMP en los días previos a su segunda investidura, inaugurando una administración pro-cripto y un lucrativo negocio familiar.
La iniciativa le reportó a Trump cientos de millones de dólares el año pasado, como parte de unas...
Key takeaway La iniciativa le reportó a Trump cientos de millones de dólares el año pasado, como parte de unas ganancias totales en criptomonedas que superaron los US$ 1.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans who invested in cryptocurrencies may be wondering how Trump's success with $TRUMP could impact the local economy. As a city with a growing tech industry, El Paso may see an influx of new businesses and investors looking to capitalize on the cryptocurrency market. However, the volatility of memecoins like $TRUMP, which lost 97% of its value, serves as a cautionary tale for local investors. The fact that Trump's companies control a significant portion of the $TRUMP supply and earn transaction fees regardless of the coin's value raises questions about the potential for similar business models to emerge in El Paso. As the city continues to develop its own cryptocurrency regulations and infrastructure, it will be important to consider the potential risks and benefits of this type of investment and ensure that local investors are protected.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Por David Goldman, CNN
El presidente Donald Trump lanzó su memecoin $TRUMP en los días previos a su segunda investidura, inaugurando una administración pro-cripto y un lucrativo negocio familiar.
La iniciativa le reportó a Trump cientos de millones de dólares el año pasado, como parte de unas...
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