U.S. Moves Toward Bitcoin Integration with Strategic Reserve Plan

The Trump administration is advancing policies to incorporate Bitcoin into federal reserves and financial systems, while Wall Street shows growing institutional interest.

President Trump has signed an executive order to create a Bitcoin-focused strategic reserve, consolidating seized Bitcoin holdings into a centralized federal account.
The administration has emphasized 'budget-neutral' methods for potential Bitcoin acquisitions, such as Bitcoin bonds or reallocating existing assets like gold reserves.
Institutional interest in Bitcoin has surged, with spot Bitcoin ETFs attracting over $100 billion in assets within a year, highlighting significant demand from Wall Street firms.
Major financial institutions, including BlackRock and Fidelity, have embraced Bitcoin ETFs, while banks like Citi and State Street plan to offer crypto custody services in 2025.
Speculation is growing about a global 'Bitcoin arms race,' with other nations like China and Japan reportedly considering similar reserves to rival U.S. initiatives.