Donald Trump steps further into the crypto world with a new digital venture. Sources close to the project say he is working on a cryptocurrency-based game.
The game is inspired by the board game Monopoly, one he admired a long time ago. Trump published his version of it in 1989 and even contemplated a reality show based on it in 2006. The new one incorporates real estate techniques with electronic possessions.
Trump’s new ventures in the field of cryptocurrencies include NFTs, a memecoin, a stablecoin, and a decentralized finance platform. Trump’s children, including Eric and Donald Jr., also have interests in a company that mines Bitcoin. This upcoming game provides another dimension to the family’s expanding portfolio of cryptocurrencies.
Trump’s virtual game of crypto coming soon
The play resembles Monopoly Go! According to reports, they accumulate virtual cash, roll a virtual die, and construct virtual property. Fun and finances merge in the aim. It is not directly associated with the name of the business, but the atmosphere is not far different. An insider on the project affirmed that the launch will come in late April.
The producer of the game is Bill Zanker, who is a close friend of Trump. Zanker launched Trump’s memecoin and NFTs. He asked Hasbro for the rights to Trump’s retired board game but failed to obtain them. Hasbro reports that it hasn’t authorized any use of the Monopoly brand in cryptocurrencies.
Zanker’s rep dismissed copies of the game Monopoly Go! But confirmed a cryptocurrency version is on the horizon. The effort progressed using no official Monopoly material.
Trump files trademarks for virtual products
Trump’s business also applied to use his name in a series of virtual items. These include online shops and items related to NFTs. It doesn’t appear that the filings are directly connected to the new game, however.
Zanker also has a history of unconventional business ventures. Prior, he had a business called the Learning Annex, which provided out-of-the-ordinary adult courses.
Zanker met Trump in the early 2000s at a speaking engagement. They co-wrote a book and remained in touch until Trump’s initial campaign period. They teamed up once more in 2022 on NFT ventures.
Today, Trump’s online brand is growing once more. His political leaning towards crypto becomes increasingly favorable. He supports emerging regulations on the sector and favors the inclusion of online assets in U.S. policy.
