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UFC to pay fighters in cryptocurrency at White House event

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

UFC to pay fighters in cryptocurrency at White House event

Summary

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced it will distribute bonuses to fighters in cryptocurrency issued by World Liberty Financial during a mixed martial arts event at the White House. This event is set to take place on June 14, coinciding with Donald Trump's birthday. The decision links the Trump family's financial ventures with the UFC competition taking place on government property. This significant event marks the UFC's presence in a politically notable venue.

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Key Details

•UFC bonuses will be paid in stablecoins from World Liberty Financial.
•Event scheduled for June 14 on the south lawn of the White House.
•Coincides with Donald Trump's birthday.
•Links UFC competition with Trump family business interests.

Latest Updates

12:20 PMThe Guardian Sport — UFC to pay White House fighters in crypto issued by Trump company

What they're saying

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Some fighters will receive bonuses in ‘stablecoins’ issued by Trump family business World Liberty Financial The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced on Friday that it will pay bonuses to fighters in a form of cryptocurrency issued by Trump family business World Liberty Financial at the heavily publicized White House mixed martial arts event on Sunday. The development connects the Trump family’s financial interests to the high-profile UFC competition being promoted on government property. The competition on the south White House lawn is scheduled for 14 June, Donald Trump’s birthday. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Aram Roston and Joseph Gedeon in Washington

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