Crypto’s Most Influential Voices Today

Elon Musk has emerged as the most influential figure in crypto, surpassing US President Donald Trump. The top ranks of crypto influence also include current and former Congresspeople. Notably, only one non-US politician and one woman made it onto this influential list.

The analysis carried out by ApeX Protocol used combined estimated crypto holdings, net worth, and social media reach.

> “What this ranking really shows is that crypto influence isn’t just about who has the biggest wallet. It’s also about who’s being listened to… That kind of mix is what makes the crypto space so unique right now. It’s not just tech or finance, it’s politics, communication, and culture all wrapped into one,” an ApeX spokesperson said.

Final scores were determined by total followers across X and Instagram, reflecting each figure’s ability to shape public opinion and attract attention to the crypto space.

1. Elon Musk

The Tesla CEO and Dogecoin enthusiast surpassed President Trump as crypto’s most influential political figure. Musk’s substantial social media following of 221.2 million, where he frequently shares his crypto views, and his estimated $2 billion in crypto holdings propelled him to the top across all measures.

2. Donald Trump

The sitting US President secured the second position. He commands 142.7 million followers on X and possesses the third-highest crypto portfolio, exceeding $1.3 million.

3. Nayib Bukele

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele is the only non-US politician in the top 10. He holds an estimated $8.4 million in crypto assets and frequently engages with his 17.6 million followers on social media about crypto.

4. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

The current Secretary of Health and Human Services holds $750,000 worth of cryptocurrency in his portfolio and has nearly 11 million followers. He views Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation.

5. Ted Cruz

The current US Senator for Texas holds approximately $32,500 in cryptocurrency. He advocates Texas as a Bitcoin mining hub and champions Bitcoin as a safeguard against government control.

6. JD Vance

Vice President JD Vance has a substantial social media reach of 6.2 million followers and estimated crypto holdings of $375,000, influencing the embrace of Bitcoin in government.

7. Madison Cawthorn

The former Republican US Representative holds $116,500 in digital assets and has over 1.18 million followers, showcasing crypto’s appeal among a new generation of political voices.

8. Cynthia Lummis

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis is a leading advocate for cryptocurrency, holding an estimated $230,000 in crypto. She chairs the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets.

9. Francis Suarez

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has $10,000 in virtual currencies and over 200,000 followers. He actively promotes Miami as the “Bitcoin capital of the world.”

10. Pat Toomey

Former Representative Pat Toomey has nearly $8,000 worth of crypto and almost 187,000 followers, advocating for a defined regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies.

Honorable Mentions: Michael Collins and Michael McCaul

Michael Collins holds an estimated $8,000 in cryptocurrency, while Michael McCaul, with an estimated $200 million net worth, is influential despite not being in the top 10.