Trump Media and Technology Group has formally set February 2, 2026, as the record date for its recently announced digital token initiative, according to a company statement released on January 20.
Shareholders holding at least one full share of DJT stock as of that date will be eligible to participate in the program and receive digital tokens along with related incentives.
The initiative applies to both registered shareholders and ultimate beneficial owners. Trump Media noted that investors designated as objecting beneficial owners may experience delays in eligibility verification, as their broker-dealers are restricted from sharing ownership information. To avoid potential issues, the company suggested that shareholders confirm non-objecting beneficial owner status with their broker or consider transferring shares into a Direct Registration System account held with Odyssey Transfer & Trust Company.
Token Distribution and Rewards
Following the February 2 record date, Trump Media plans to work with Crypto.com to mint the digital tokens, record them on the blockchain, and provide custody of the assets prior to distribution. The company stated that further details on allocation mechanics and the distribution process will be released after the record date, indicating that the initiative will roll out in stages rather than as a single event.
In addition to the initial token distribution, Trump Media reiterated that record-date shareholders may be eligible for periodic rewards throughout the year. These incentives could include benefits or discounts connected to the company’s ecosystem, including Truth Social, the Truth+ streaming platform, and the financial services brand Truth.Fi.
CEO Comments and Initiative Goals
Commenting on the announcement, Trump Media CEO and Chairman Devin Nunes said the company intends to leverage Crypto.com’s blockchain infrastructure in line with guidance from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He emphasized that the initiative is designed to enhance transparency and help the company establish a clearer view of verified beneficial ownership as of the February 2 record date.
The announcement positions the digital token program as both a shareholder engagement tool and a mechanism for ownership verification, with Trump Media signaling that additional operational details will follow once the eligibility snapshot has been finalized.