Tristan Thompson holds unexpected crypto discussion at White House with key Donald Trump administration figure

Time of India

2 days ago

Tristan Thompson. Image via: Abbie Parr/ Getty Images
Once known primarily for rebounds and reality TV headlines, Tristan Thompson has taken a new kind of shot as he appeared at the White House. The NBA champion turned podcast host recently sat down with Bo Hines, Executive Director of the White House Digital Assets Council, for a revealing conversation on cryptocurrency.
And while fans were stunned by the setting, Thompson made it clear that his interest in blockchain technology has the potential to change everything as he discussed the same with the top
Donald Trump
official.
Tristan Thompson meets Bo Hines for Crypto talk in the capital building
Tristan Thompson has returned to the White House. The 34-year-old 'Courtside Crypto' podcast host was there to discuss digital currency with Bo Hines, a top figure in the Donald Trump administration's digital asset initiative.
The two dived into the evolving future of crypto in America.
'One thing about myself, the people at home, and the people in the trenches, they were so excited when President Trump said, 'We're gonna be the crypto Bitcoin president of the United States.' That made people so excited,' Thompson told Hines.
Courtside Crypto with Tristan Thompson & Bo Hines, Exec Director, White House Digital Assets Council
He added, 'When people hear 'crypto,' they still think of scams or speculation. But what they don't see is how blockchain can impact healthcare, education, and even how we buy homes.
This is an infrastructure revolution, and we need to help people understand it.'
Hines, who praised Thompson for using his platform to educate the public, responded, 'You, with your platform, I think you've just done a phenomenal job helping to educate folks. To help them understand the technology here that's being built, and coming from the crypto industry, it's going to have a huge impact on their lives in a positive way.'
Thompson has shown continued commitment to tech innovation beyond crypto. He also serves as Chief Content Officer and Lead Advisor for TracyAI, a platform that brings real-time analysis to sports broadcasts using artificial intelligence. 'I want my kids to buy their first home with stablecoins, no bank wires, no ten forms to sign. Just send, settle, done,' he said.
Tristan Thompson dances and strikes poses with daughter
True Thompson
in heartwarming weekend video
Off the political grid, Thompson continues to prioritize his role as a dad.
He recently posted a heartwarming video dancing with his 7-year-old daughter True, captioned, 'Just out here dancing through the weekend with my twinny 👧🏽💗🤞🏾.' The adorable clip showcased Thompson in dad mode, mimicking his daughter's playful moves.
He's also been sharing family moments from his son Tatum's third birthday party, which featured sweet snaps of his children, including True, Dream, Prince, and Tatum, laughing, eating cake, and celebrating together.
On True's birthday, Thompson wrote, 'Happy birthday Twinny!! My TuTu is 7 today!! I Can't believe how time flies. Momma you are literally the light that shines bright In my life.' He added, 'You have the best soul ever I'm soo blessed to have you as my daughter… Daddy always got you.'
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