U.S. Bitcoin Assets Surpass $24 Billion Following Decision Against Purchase
U.S. Government's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Grows
The U.S. government has established a significant presence in the cryptocurrency market, with a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) valued at around $19.8 billion, according to a March 2025 executive order. This reserve, largely funded through assets seized in criminal cases, holds approximately 198,000 BTC.
The creation of the SBR was a significant step in the U.S.'s approach to digital assets, signifying a formal recognition of Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset akin to gold and foreign currency. The policy emphasizes a long-term investment horizon, with no plans to sell the Bitcoin holdings [1][2].
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has clarified that the U.S. government will not be actively buying any additional Bitcoin, but the door remains open for auctions, seizures, and non-traditional acquisitions to increase the reserve's holdings [2]. Bessent has also expressed interest in budget-neutral pathways for expanding the reserve, potentially making the U.S. the Bitcoin superpower of the world [2].
The U.S. government's digital asset holdings extend beyond Bitcoin, including 59,951 ETH, 347 million USDT, 750 WBTC, 40,293 BNB, 5,205 WETH, and 13.6 million BUSD [3].
The SBR's establishment has created a demand floor in the market, with analysts projecting price targets between $150,000 and $400,000 per BTC within 2025, reflecting bullish institutional sentiment tied to the reserve’s establishment [1].
The U.S.'s Bitcoin holdings are significant, making up nearly 20% of the total Bitcoin supply. This move positions Wall Street as a new playground for Bitcoin, potentially influencing global finance and digital asset geopolitics [1].
The U.S. government's strategic approach to cryptocurrencies is part of a broader federal effort to lead digital asset innovation and regulatory clarity, including the GENIUS Act and the President’s Working Group on Digital Assets supporting a strong U.S. role in crypto markets [4].
[1] CoinDesk. (2025). U.S. Government Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Valued at $19.8 Billion. [online] Available at: https://www.coindesk.com/us-government-establishes-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-valued-at-19-8-billion
[2] Reuters. (2025). U.S. Treasury Secretary: No Plans to Buy More Bitcoin Beyond Current Reserve. [online] Available at: https://www.reuters.com/business/us-treasury-secretary-no-plans-buy-more-bitcoin-beyond-current-reserve-2025-03-15/
[3] Cointelegraph. (2025). U.S. Government's Digital Asset Holdings Valued at $24.27 Billion. [online] Available at: https://cointelegraph.com/news/u-s-government-s-digital-asset-holdings-valued-at-24-27-billion
[4] The Hill. (2025). U.S. Government's Bitcoin Holdings: A Game-Changer in Global Finance. [online] Available at: https://thehill.com/policy/finance/590967-u-s-government-s-bitcoin-holdings-a-game-changer-in-global-finance
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