Trump's crypto firm WLFI backs UFC Freedom 250 with $250K stablecoin bonuses for fighters.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto firm co-founded by Donald Trump, is sponsoring $250,000 in stablecoin bonuses at the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House. The bonuses, paid in WLFI's USD1 stablecoin, are part of a record $1.65 million total UFC post-fight bonus pool. This partnership highlights WLFI's push to make crypto payments faster and more accessible outside traditional banking. The event also drew significant betting activity, with over $4.1 million wagered on fight outcomes and related props on Polymarket. The UFC Freedom 250 is notable for its political and cultural significance, coinciding with Flag Day, Trump's 80th birthday, and the US's 250th anniversary preparations.