Bitcoin Becomes Strategic Reserve Tool for Nations and Corporations

The U.S. Congress is advancing a legislative initiative to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve, with the Treasury Department tasked to produce a detailed report on its feasibility, custody, and cybersecurity measures. The House Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill (H.R. 5166), introduced by Representative David P. Joyce, mandates the Treasury to submit a comprehensive analysis within 90 days of enactment. This report will evaluate how Bitcoin and digital assets are accounted for on the federal government's balance sheet, the potential impact on the Treasury Forfeiture Fund, and the involvement of third-party contractors in asset custody [1].

The bill also includes a provision prohibiting the use of funds for the development of a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) or the discontinuation of paper currency as legal tender [2]. This legislative move aligns with recent executive actions, including a 2025 executive order by President Donald Trump to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve and a digital asset stockpile using confiscated crypto assets. The Treasury has also been exploring budget-neutral methods to bolster the Bitcoin reserve [1]. If passed by the House and subsequently the Senate, the bill would mark a significant step toward formalizing the U.S. government's role in holding and managing digital assets.

The U.S. is not alone in its strategic approach to Bitcoin. Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined plans to create a state fund for digital assets, while the Philippines’ Congress considered a proposal to establish a strategic reserve of 10,000 Bitcoin. As of 2025, over 517,000 BTC are held in reserves by various countries, representing 2.46% of Bitcoin’s total supply [1]. These developments signal a growing recognition of Bitcoin's role in national economic strategy and financial resilience.

In a related move, Sadot Group Inc., a NASDAQ-listed agricultural commodities company, engaged Bitcoin Bancorp to design an institutional-grade Bitcoin treasury strategy. Sadot aims to integrate Bitcoin as a reserve asset under a disciplined and board-approved policy framework. The initiative includes custody solutions, risk-managed acquisition models, and compliance protocols aligned with SEC and NASDAQ requirements. This engagement positions Sadot as one of the first NASDAQ-listed companies in the agricultural sector to explore Bitcoin treasury management [3].

The broader trend of corporate Bitcoin adoption continues to gain momentum, with companies like MicroStrategy, GameStop, and Trump Media & Technology Group allocating significant portions of their corporate treasuries to Bitcoin. As regulatory clarity improves and institutional infrastructure develops, the appeal of Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset is becoming increasingly evident [3]. This trend underscores the evolving perception of Bitcoin from speculative asset to a legitimate component of diversified corporate and national financial strategies.

Chainalysis’ 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index highlights India as the world leader in grassroots cryptocurrency adoption, with the U.S. ranking second. Institutional participation, driven by the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, has further solidified the U.S.’s position. The report also identifies Asia-Pacific as the fastest-growing region for on-chain crypto activity, with India, Pakistan, and Vietnam leading the surge. Stablecoins, particularly USDT and USDC, remain central to global crypto flows, while newer entrants like EURC and PYUSD are gaining traction. Meanwhile, Bitcoin continues to dominate as the primary entry point for fiat on-ramps, with $4.6 trillion in inflows recorded between July 2024 and June 2025 [4].

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[1] title1 (https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-lawmakers-seek-treasury-report-ironing-out-details-bitcoin-reserve)

[2] title2 (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/house-bill-orders-90-day-013139840.html)

[3] title4 (https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/9524828/bitcoin-bancorp-otc-bult-retained-by-nasdaq-listed-sadot-group-nasdaq-sdot-to-develop-institutional-bitcoin-treasury-strategy)

[4] title7 (https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/09/06/bitcoin-and-stablecoins-dominate-as-india-u-s-top-2025-crypto-adoption-index)