In the recent episode of the “Bitcoin Policy Hour” podcast by the Bitcoin Policy Institute, experts discussed how a new U.S. government decision could push Bitcoin prices to remarkable heights. Executive Director Matthew Pines highlighted that the global monetary system has been stable since 1973, but emerging powers like China threaten its stability. With growing ...
In the recent episode of the “Bitcoin Policy Hour,” experts from the Bitcoin Policy Institute explored how a single U.S. government policy decision could significantly boost Bitcoin’s value. Executive Director Matthew Pines noted that the current global monetary system has remained unchanged since 1973 but is now facing challenges, particularly from powerful countries like China. ...
Federal agencies are set to report their Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings to the Treasury Secretary as part of a new directive from President Trump. Currently, the US government holds about 198,012 Bitcoin, valued at around $16 billion, along with other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and BNB. The executive order established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve aimed at ...
The U.S. government is implementing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) policy and exploring budget-neutral strategies to manage it. Bo Hines, the Executive Director on Digital Assets, suggests using gold certificates as a way to acquire more Bitcoin. These certificates are priced lower than actual gold, potentially enabling the government to profit when purchasing Bitcoin. The ...
A key cryptocurrency adviser from the White House revealed that the Trump administration is exploring ideas to enhance the U.S. Bitcoin holdings without raising the federal deficit. Bo Hines, leading the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, discussed potential budget-friendly strategies, including revaluing old gold certificates. Currently priced at $42.22 per ounce since the ...
The Trump administration is considering expanding its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, with Bo Hines, head of the White House’s crypto council, exploring budget-friendly methods to acquire more Bitcoin. One proposal involves cashing in on the government’s gold certificates, which are undervalued compared to current gold prices, to fund Bitcoin purchases without impacting taxpayers. Hines emphasized the ...
Former US President Donald Trump aims to position the United States as a leader in Bitcoin, declaring it a “Bitcoin superpower” during a speech at the Digital Asset Summit. His administration implemented policies, like a proposed “strategic Bitcoin reserve,” to boost Bitcoin adoption. However, other major economies, including China and the European Union, are not ...
Michael Saylor, founder of a strategic initiative, has suggested that the U.S. government should aim to acquire up to 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply over the next decade. He believes this would benefit the nation as Bitcoin becomes increasingly valuable. Saylor presented his ideas at a recent White House Crypto Summit, emphasizing a “Never sell ...
In a groundbreaking move at the inaugural White House Crypto Summit, President Donald Trump declared that the U.S. will adopt the Bitcoin principle of “never sell your Bitcoin.” He announced the establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to hold onto the nation’s Bitcoin assets, emphasizing a shift from past administrations that sold significant amounts. Trump ...
During the inaugural White House Crypto Summit on March 7, 2025, President Donald Trump declared a significant shift in the U.S. government’s approach to Bitcoin, stating that the country will no longer sell its Bitcoin holdings. Trump emphasized the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to ensure the U.S. retains its Bitcoin assets. He also ...
