🚨 Trump’s crypto conference: a game-changer or just hype ?

And 5 skills web3 CFOs can use in any industry

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• Donald Trump’s Crypto Conference promised a boost, but the market had other plans.🔍📉

• 5 Web3 CFO skills that make you valuable in any industry ! 🚀🔥

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Donald Trump’s crypto conference at the White House

This article was written by Web3_pandas.

Market impact and key takeaways

Donald Trump hosted a landmark Crypto Conference at the White House on 7th March ‘25, bringing together key industry leaders, policymakers and financial experts. The announcement of the event sparked intense discussions around crypto regulation and innovation. Most importantly everyone expected a bullish market, which the industry has been waiting for months. But after 72 hours did the industry meet its expectations or is it anywhere close to that? We all know the answer!

Screenshot of Donald Trump’s X acount

Let’s deep dive in this article, why this meeting at least as of now, didn't make the market stronger, in fact if we go by the numbers, it's down from what it was a fortnight back. But a meeting hosted by one of the most powerful people on earth at the highest office couldn't create the buzz everyone expected for? Or are the wins supposed to come in the long run and so the industry took a step back for a giant leap?

Let's check things in detail!

To start, let's go by some historical numbers.

Bitcoin prices :

ETH prices :

Well, you don't need to be a data analyst to identify some trends from the above graph!

• For both tokens, the price were constant till 23rd Feb after which it started to fall,

• Prices hit rock bottom on 28th Feb,

• Some improvements on early March, but on the big day (7th March), it was low,

• Prices fell further after 7th March,

So, we can very well conclude the initial effects of the conference are far from being positive rather a declining trend is on the cards. So why did that happen??

Old wine in New bottle

The president played it in a very nice way by announcing things which are already happening. For example, the Crypto reserve was expected to buy tokens and reserved it in line with some countries like El-Salvador and Bhutan. But reality is, those crypto coins which are confiscated by the administration will be stored, no new coins will be bought. As a basic law of economics, price increases with demand, so when there is no demand for the coins announced the prices didn't get a boost rather the disappointment led to a decline in prices.

Vague announcements

Crypto czar and venture capitalist David Sacks mentioned the presidential order of a strategic crypto reserve but when we search for clarity we find nothing. Things like timeline, regulatory framework are not clear, however there is indication that stricter laws and compliance will come into effect. Such vague announcements are roadblocks of any intention to bring crypto to the mainstream into kinda traditional finance.

Stablecoins missed the attention they deserve

Stablecoins are being seen as the bridge between Web3 and Web2 and there is a lot of buzz around it. Traders expected some big announcement on digital dollar and/or other stablecoins regulations. Again things remained ambiguous, creating uncertainty for DeFi and payments.

Institutional v/s Retail

Focus was highly on Institutional over Retail. So major financial players welcomed it but smaller investors felt sidelined. This is a strong discouragement towards grassroot adoption.

As per American election watchdog, Donald Trump’s election campaign was sponsored by the crypto industry to a huge extent. So after coming to power he had to do something to make the crypto lobby happy or show he has not forgotten them after a huge win. This conference was exactly that where you do something without doing anything at all.

However, I am not a pessimist, so don't think there won't be any positive long term effects. For example, his internationals are clear that Crypto won't be banned in the US at least for the coming few years unlike the uncertainty prevailing during the previous administration when SEC was hounding practically every crypto company. Secondly, other countries (or even organisations like FIFA) could follow the US in terms of crypto reserve which would be a big boost for the industry.

So, to conclude, I expected to be a lot “richer” after this White House conference, but as I see it, I will have to wait. The positive effects of the conference would let me become rich in the long term, but at the moment, the showoff conference doesn't seem to make that happen anytime soon.

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5 skills web3 CFOs can use in any industry

Being a CFO in Web3 is no easy job. One day you're managing crypto treasuries, the next you're figuring out compliance in a market where rules change overnight. It’s fast, unpredictable, and forces you to learn quickly.

But here’s the good news: the skills you build in Web3 aren’t just for Web3. If you’ve spent time as a CFO in this space, you’ve developed abilities that make you valuable anywhere—whether in tech, finance, or even traditional industries.

Here are five skills Web3 CFOs have mastered that translate perfectly into other roles.

1. Managing risk in a chaotic market

Web3 CFOs are used to handling extreme ups and downs. One moment, a token treasury is worth millions, the next, it’s down 80%. You learn to plan for the unexpected, hedge against risk, and make financial decisions with incomplete information.

👉 Why it’s useful elsewhere: Any company dealing with market uncertainty, from startups to global businesses, needs CFOs who can stay calm and make smart financial moves under pressure.

2. Handling digital and alternative assets

In Web3, cash management isn’t just about bank accounts. You deal with stablecoins, multisig wallets, staking, and liquidity pools. Keeping funds safe and liquid while optimizing returns is a daily challenge.

👉 Why it’s useful elsewhere: More businesses are exploring digital payments and alternative investments. Knowing how to manage assets outside the traditional banking system is a major advantage.

3. Navigating unclear regulations

Regulation in crypto is constantly evolving, and Web3 CFOs have to stay ahead of it. From tax laws to compliance frameworks, they figure things out as they go—because waiting for clear rules isn’t an option.

👉 Why it’s useful elsewhere: Industries like fintech, AI, and gig platforms also face shifting regulations. A CFO who knows how to work with regulators and adapt to new rules is a huge asset.

4. Running finance in a remote, global world

Many Web3 companies are fully remote and operate across multiple countries. Payroll, accounting, and budgeting happen in a mix of fiat, crypto, and smart contracts. Managing finance in this setup requires new tools and workflows.

👉 Why it’s useful elsewhere: More companies are going remote and expanding globally. A CFO who knows how to manage finance across borders without a traditional office is ahead of the curve.

5. Explaining complex finances simply

Web3 CFOs constantly translate technical financial models into clear, compelling stories—for investors, employees, and even regulators. Whether it’s explaining tokenomics or DAO budgets, communication is key.

👉 Why it’s useful elsewhere: Every company needs a CFO who can turn numbers into a clear, persuasive story—whether for investors, board members, or employees.

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