Kamala Harris Win Odds Rises To 46%, Trump’s Crypto Plans At Risk?

As a seasoned political analyst with over two decades of experience under my belt, I’ve seen more than a few twists and turns in this game we call politics. The latest development in the race for the White House, with Kamala Harris’ odds hitting an all-time high according to prediction markets, is a testament to the dynamic nature of our electoral process.


The chances of Democratic Party nominee Kamala Harris winning the election have reached a record peak due to recent backing from the cryptocurrency sector, posing a challenge to Donald Trump’s reelection bid and sparking debate about crypto-friendly elections following her choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate.

Kamala Harris Election Odds Hits All-Time High

The data from prediction market Polymarket indicates that Kamala Harris’ potential of winning the presidential election is gradually gaining momentum. As per recent wagers, Harris’ odds have risen by 2%, reaching a record high of 46%. Simultaneously, Donald Trump’s probability has decreased by 1% to 52%.

Kamala Harris Win Odds Rises To 46%, Trump’s Crypto Plans At Risk?

 

As someone who has spent years working in the tech and financial industries, I find myself closely following the developments in the world of cryptocurrencies. With that background, I was intrigued by the recent news about Kamala Harris picking Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming presidential election.

Simultaneously, key figures within the cryptocurrency sector like Ripple‘s CEO Brad Garlinghouse and billionaire Mark Cuban have shown support for Harris during her presidential campaign. However, Cuban encountered some backlash from the crypto community due to his endorsement of Harris and her choice of Tim Walz.

According to previous reports from CoinGape, the Democratic party has established a Crypto4Harris group aimed at enhancing their presence within the cryptocurrency sector. The inaugural town hall meeting for this group is scheduled next week, and notable investors such as Mark Cuban and Anthony Scaramucci are expected to attend.

Crypto Community Raises Concerns Over Trump’s Crypto Plans

The growing favoritism towards Kamala Harris by crypto industry leaders and supporters is causing unease within the cryptocurrency community, potentially undermining Donald Trump’s attempts to popularize crypto and dismissal of current U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler’s role.

Trump and Senator Cynthia Lummis are advocating for the establishment of a U.S. Bitcoin Reserve. Lummis has proposed a bill mandating the U.S. Treasury to acquire a million Bitcoins over the course of the next five years. Republicans have suggested that the government should hold onto these coins for at least 20 years, with intentions to lessen the national debt by selling some Bitcoins in the future.

It’s possible that the cryptocurrency market might experience increased selling due to Harris’ victory, as it appears unfavorable for Bitcoin compared to Trump’s advocacy. While BTC‘s price previously surged following Trump’s support for a Bitcoin reserve, Harris has yet to express any positive sentiments or plans regarding cryptocurrencies – particularly in relation to Gensler’s potential resignation.

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2024-08-07 14:18