On January 9, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled his latest venture, the "Trump Bitcoin Digital Trading Cards," marking a significant entry into the NFT space on the Bitcoin network via the Ordinals protocol. This initial collection features 160 unique cards, with plans for a total of 200 cards in the series.

Buyers who previously acquired the "Mugshot Edition" NFTs can claim these new cards through the NFT marketplace Magic Eden by linking their Bitcoin wallets. As of now, approximately 29% of the cards have been minted, indicating strong early interest.

This launch represents Trump's first foray into NFTs on the Bitcoin blockchain, following previous collections that included various perks and benefits. The NFT market has seen fluctuations, with many collections struggling to maintain value. However, Trump's new collection may signal a shift in strategy to leverage Bitcoin's growing influence in the NFT ecosystem.

As the NFT market continues to evolve, Trump's entry into this space could attract attention and potentially reshape perceptions of digital assets. The claim period for these cards will remain open until January 31, 2025.