Goldman, Nasdaq Chiefs to Lead Trump Sons’ Mar-a-Lago Crypto Forum

Published at 2026-02-17 11:15:22

Senior figures from Goldman Sachs and Nasdaq are set to lead a crypto-focused forum hosted by President Trump’s sons at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday, bringing together Wall Street executives, major investors, federal officials and U.S. lawmakers to debate the “future of finance and technology.” Organizers describe the event as a policy and innovation summit; agenda items reportedly include digital assets, market infrastructure and cross-border payments.

The gathering matters because it creates direct lines of conversation between industry leaders and policymakers at a pivotal moment for crypto regulation and institutional adoption. While any outcomes will be advisory rather than binding, the meeting could shape regulatory priorities and market sentiment as firms press for clearer rules and scalable infrastructure. Observers will watch for policy signals and proposals that could influence both Washington and financial markets.

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