Cryptocurrency industry executives meet with Trump, seeking to expand their influence in the new government

ChainCatcher news, executives from the digital asset industry are joining the ranks of tech company executives to meet with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Monday.

According to a source familiar with the matter, the two discussed appointments related to the crypto industry, including the Treasury Department, Congress, and the incoming administration. The source said they also talked about appointments related to Bitcoin reserves. A spokesperson for Crypto.com stated, "We look forward to working with the new administration to establish and advance clear regulations for the crypto industry, so that the U.S. can become a global leader in digital assets and innovation."