As the crypto industry eagerly watches, Donald Trump is set to host the first-ever White House Crypto Summit on March 7, fueling speculation about a potential US Bitcoin reserve and regulatory changes. The invite-only roundtable, scheduled from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm UTC, is expected to bring together more than 25 participants, including top crypto executives and members of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets.
With key figures from government and the crypto industry in attendance, this summit could mark a turning point in US digital asset policy.
Who’s Attending the White House Crypto Summit?
According to Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, at least 11 crypto executives and two White House representatives have confirmed their participation so far. While the full guest list remains undisclosed, the summit will likely include:
- Bo Hines (Senior Trump advisor)
- David Sacks (Trump’s Crypto Policy Advisor)
- Scott Bessent (Treasury Secretary)
- Howard Lutnick (Commerce Secretary)
- Pam Bondi (Attorney General)
- The SEC Chair & CFTC Chair
One notable absence from the initial list is Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, though he hinted at his attendance in a March 2 post on X, saying he would continue to push for crypto-friendly policies while in Washington.
An Exclusive Reception for the Uninvited
For those not attending the main roundtable, a larger, invite-only reception is being planned across the street from the White House. While the details are still being finalized, this side event is expected to include other major industry figures.
Crypto enthusiasts have called for the inclusion of:
- Cathie Wood (ARK Invest)
- Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum)
- Jeremy Allaire (Circle)
- Paolo Ardoino (Tether)
- Charles Hoskinson (Cardano)
- Anatoly Yakovenko (Solana)
Whether these figures will be involved remains uncertain, but their absence from the main summit could spark debate about the administration’s approach to broader cryptocurrency regulation.
A US Bitcoin Reserve? Lutnick Hints at a Bold Move
One of the biggest talking points ahead of the summit is the possibility of a US Bitcoin reserve. According to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, President Trump is seriously considering Bitcoin’s role in national strategy.
“The President definitely thinks that there’s a Bitcoin strategic reserve,” Lutnick said in a March 5 report by The Pavlovic Today.
This statement has sent shockwaves through the crypto world. If the US were to officially recognize Bitcoin as a strategic asset, it could reshape global cryptocurrency markets and set a precedent for other nations.
However, the administration still faces a critical question—how to handle other cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin. Lutnick suggested that the administration’s policy model would be announced on Friday, March 8.
What’s Next for US Crypto Policy?
The White House Crypto Summit signals a major shift in how the US government engages with digital assets. Whether it leads to clearer regulations, a Bitcoin reserve, or stronger institutional adoption, the summit’s outcomes could have long-term effects on the industry.
With Trump’s administration showing a renewed focus on crypto, the coming months could see historic policy decisions that shape the future of Bitcoin and beyond. Stay tuned.
