This striking piece of art, inspired by the iconic Wall Street bull, sports Bitcoin laser eyes and ultramodern robotic features.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, a passionate advocate for blockchain technology, made waves at the Bitcoin 2022 conference by revealing an 11-foot, 3,000-pound robotic bull statue. This striking piece of art, inspired by the iconic Wall Street bull, sports Bitcoin laser eyes and ultramodern robotic features.
The brainchild of renowned artist Furio Tedeschi, known for his work on the Transformers movie series, and constructed by a studio with a cinematic pedigree including Batman vs. Superman and Gremlins 2, the bull is a symbol of Miami's commitment to becoming a global blockchain hub.
Commissioned by crypto-friendly trading platform TradeStation, headquartered in Florida, the statue aims to inspire the local community and position Miami as the crypto capital of the world. John Bartleman, CEO of TradeStation, expressed excitement about the transformation of Miami and envisioned the bull, with its crypto vibe and laser eyes, becoming the world's most famous and iconic statue.
Mayor Suarez, a vocal supporter of blockchain, aims to turn Miami into a thriving center for blockchain technology. From converting a paycheck to Bitcoin to launching the MiamiCoin token, he's been instrumental in making Miami a crypto-friendly city.
The giant robotic bull, with its powerful visual impact, is set to reside at Miami Dade College, serving as a monument to the city's embrace of crypto. As Miami continues to make strides in the crypto world, this iconic statue stands as a testament to the city's dedication to the future of finance.
Stay tuned for more updates on Miami's journey towards becoming a global blockchain hub, as we gear up for exciting developments and surprises on the horizon.
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