With a wave of political shifts sweeping through Washington this week, Bitcoin once again made history by soaring to a new all-time high of $109,000.

Let’s take a quick trip down memory lane and revisit Bitcoin’s price on past inauguration days. The numbers speak for themselves.

ROSS ULBRICHT FREED

After more than a decade behind bars, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace has been granted a full and unconditional pardon by President Trump.

Source: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump

This move fulfills his campaign promise to the crypto community and symbolizes a victory for those advocating for digital freedom.

SEC FORMS CRYPTO TASK FORCE

In one of its first major actions, the new administration’s SEC leadership has established a dedicated task force to develop a regulatory framework for crypto assets.

The crypto community has welcomed this initiative, which could add rocket fuel to already-historic adoption rates, with open arms.

Source: Blackrock / Bitcoin Magazine

NEW SENATE BANKING SUBCOMMITTEE ON DIGITAL ASSETS

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis broke the news of this newly-created Senate subcommittee, and shared its three key objectives:

Pass legislation promoting responsible innovation and consumer protection
Eradicate Operation Chokepoint 2.0
Make America the Bitcoin and digital asset capital of the world

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HIVE WELCOMES LIEUTENANT GENERAL (RET.) JOHN R. EVANS JR. TO GLOBAL STRATEGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

On the same day President Trump announced an investment of up to $500B to fund AI infrastructure in the U.S., we were honored to welcome Lieutenant General (Ret.) John R. Evans Jr. to our Global Strategy Advisory Committee.

A highly decorated combat aviator with 36 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, General Evans played key leadership roles in critical operations during Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

As data centers increasingly take center stage in national security discussions, General Evans' appointment highlights our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security, sustainability, and resilience.

FINAL THOUGHTS

If the first week of this new administration is any indication, 2025 is shaping up to be an action-packed year. Exciting times are ahead, and HIVE is thrilled to be at the forefront.

Warm regards,

The HIVE Digital Technologies Team

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