Bitcoin rose after Donald Trump voiced support for the currency during a weekend conference.
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- During remarks over the weekend, Donald Trump said he wants to make the US a "bitcoin superpower."
- Bitcoin climbed to its highest level since mid-June on Monday, rising as much as 2.9%.
- Trump said he has raised $25 million in crypto donations over the last two months.
During remarks a weekend bitcoin conference...