Michaela
U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled plans for a new project that merges cryptocurrency with gaming, drawing inspiration from Monopoly as part of his growing portfolio of Trump-branded digital ventures.
According to Fortune, Trump’s upcoming game is expected to follow a style similar to MONOPOLY GO!, a mobile reimagining of the traditional Monopoly experience. Slated for a late April debut, the release would mark the latest in a series of crypto-focused initiatives tied to Trump, which also include NFTs, a meme token, a DeFi platform, and a Bitcoin mining operation linked to his sons.
In MONOPOLY GO!, players earn currency, navigate a digital board, and construct virtual buildings. Bill Zanker, a close Trump associate who has worked on his past crypto ventures, is reportedly developing the new game. A spokesperson confirmed Zanker’s involvement but denied that the project draws inspiration from Monopoly.
Sources, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the confidential nature of the discussions, revealed that Zanker reached out to Hasbro in May 2024 to inquire about licensing a Trump-branded version of Monopoly.
Despite concerns from critics regarding possible conflicts of interest, the Trump family continues to express strong confidence in the future of cryptocurrency. Should the game be successfully launched, it could serve as another prominent effort to integrate blockchain technology with interactive entertainment.
Critics argue that the overlap between President Trump’s business interests and political influence could blur ethical lines, particularly if the game leverages the Trump brand to attract investors or users. With Trump’s political influence, any promotion of a cryptocurrency or blockchain project might be viewed as using his position to benefit personally, raising questions about fairness in business dealings.
The game Monopoly has long been associated with the world of real estate, where players buy, sell, and manage properties to dominate the game board. This connection to real estate is particularly relevant to President Trump, whose business empire has been built around property development, investments, and luxury real estate.
Additionally, President Trump’s ventures, such as his real estate holdings and developments, mirror the core objectives of Monopoly—securing prime properties and generating wealth through strategic moves and investments.
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