Back

US Treasury Expands Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with Seized Assets

The US government’s Bitcoin holdings grew by 64% after a recent seizure, making it the second-largest Bitcoin holder globally, behind Strategy.

BTC

Summary

Galaxy Research reports that the US Department of Justice’s recent seizure of 127,271 BTC, valued at nearly $15 billion, increased the US government’s Bitcoin holdings by 64%. The US now holds approximately 325,447 BTC, worth $34.78 billion, or about 3.5% of its gold reserves. This positions the US as the second-largest Bitcoin holder in the world after Strategy. The event highlights Bitcoin’s growing role in institutional asset management.

Terms & Concepts
  • Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A government-managed stockpile of Bitcoin intended as part of national strategic financial holdings, similar to gold reserves.
  • Seized Digital Assets: Cryptocurrencies or blockchain-based assets lawfully confiscated by authorities, often from criminal or regulatory enforcement cases.
  • Galaxy Research: A digital asset-focused research arm of Galaxy Digital, providing analytical insights into cryptocurrency markets and institutional adoption trends.