Bitcoin News Today: Trump Media Q2 Net Loss Drives 4% Stock Decline Amid Legal Costs and ETF Delay

Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) reported a $20 million net loss for Q2 2025, resulting in a nearly 4% decline in its stock price on August 4, closing at $16.92 [1]. This marked one of the most significant drops in the company’s recent trading history and raised concerns among investors about its financial stability and future performance. The loss was largely attributed to $15 million in legal fees stemming from ongoing disputes related to its SPAC merger [1]. The company has been embroiled in multiple lawsuits involving its SPAC sponsor and former co-founders of Truth Social, further contributing to investor uncertainty [1].

Despite the reported loss, Trump Media holds a significant Bitcoin treasury of approximately $2 billion, a strategy it has maintained since its inception. However, unlike Tesla, which reported a $284 million profit from its Bitcoin holdings in the same quarter, Trump Media has not seen similar financial gains. This has led to growing skepticism about the company’s ability to effectively leverage its digital assets for profitability [1].

In an effort to bolster its digital presence, Trump Media continues to develop new platforms and services, including Truth.Fi and Truth+. A recent SEC filing revealed the company’s plans for a utility token tied to its Patriot Package subscription service. Users will be able to earn “gems,” which can be converted into a token for use across Truth Social and its streaming platform, Truth+ [1]. However, the project remains in beta, and it is still unclear whether the token will be blockchain-based or merely a proprietary digital currency within its ecosystem [1].

The firm also reaffirmed its commitment to launching a digital asset ETF, though the SEC has delayed its decision until September 18 to allow for additional review and public feedback [1]. This delay has drawn scrutiny from Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, who raised concerns that the SEC must ensure its decisions related to Trump Media and Donald Trump’s financial interests remain free from political influence [1].

With a market capitalization of $4.7 billion, Trump Media faces a challenging environment marked by legal expenses, regulatory pressures, and an evolving digital asset landscape. While the company continues to invest heavily in Bitcoin and digital innovation, its ability to translate these efforts into financial success remains in question [1].

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[1] AMBCrypto, [https://ambcrypto.com/trump-media-stock-dives-4-after-20-mln-q2-loss-heres-what-happened/](https://ambcrypto.com/trump-media-stock-dives-4-after-20-mln-q2-loss-heres-what-happened/)

[2] The Block, [https://www.theblock.co/post/365353/trump-media-stock-slides-as-firm-reports-20-million-quarterly-loss-teases-utility-token](https://www.theblock.co/post/365353/trump-media-stock-slides-as-firm-reports-20-million-quarterly-loss-teases-utility-token)