Bitcoin News Today: U.S. Eyes Bitcoin Reserve Using $750 Billion Gold Revaluation Gains

The U.S. government is exploring the possibility of establishing a Bitcoin reserve, funded through the revaluation of its gold holdings, as outlined in the proposed BITCOIN Act [2]. The initiative, backed by Senator Cynthia Lummis and President-elect Donald Trump, seeks to use the gains from revaluing U.S. gold—currently estimated at $750 billion in market value but officially valued at just $11 billion—to finance the acquisition of up to one million Bitcoin over the next five years [1][4]. This shift is being framed as a strategic move to modernize U.S. financial policy and integrate digital assets into the national monetary framework.

Senator Lummis, a long-time advocate for digital assets, has highlighted the potential of using revaluation gains without selling physical gold, a method that could provide the necessary capital without depleting the country’s physical reserves [2]. According to the legislation, the funds generated would be allocated to a reserve aimed at acquiring Bitcoin, with the ultimate goal of positioning the U.S. at the forefront of global crypto adoption [4]. The Federal Reserve has also released a report examining the economic feasibility of such a move, though it stops short of endorsing a specific timeline or policy change [3].

The proposal has already generated market speculation, with Bitcoin experiencing a notable 35% price increase following the election, as investors anticipate potential large-scale government purchases [1]. Analysts have debated the implications, with some, like Tom Lee, forecasting that Bitcoin could emerge as a modern counterpart to gold in U.S. reserve strategy [6]. However, skepticism remains, particularly regarding the ability of the U.S. to directly influence gold prices through large-scale revaluation efforts. A report from Kitco News cautions that the gold market is too complex and decentralized to be easily manipulated [4].

The idea of leveraging gold revaluation for new forms of asset management has broader implications for high-debt nations, opening the door for innovative fiscal strategies that align with the evolving financial landscape [5]. While the U.S. model may not be universally applicable, it underscores a growing interest in rethinking traditional reserve systems.

The BITCOIN Act reflects a significant shift in how digital assets are being considered in the context of national monetary policy. While the plan has yet to be officially adopted, it signals a potential turning point in the integration of Bitcoin into the U.S. financial architecture [3].

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[1] title: Could the Treasury Revalue Gold for Bitcoin Reserve or ... (https://www.forbes.com/sites/brandonkochkodin/2025/08/06/the-treasury-is-sitting-on-a-750-billion-gold-hoardofficially-valued-at-11-billion/)

[2] title: Bitcoin News Today: U.S. Treasury Considers Gold Gains ... (https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-treasury-considers-gold-gains-fund-bitcoin-reserve-plan-2508/)

[3] title: The FED Explores Bitcoin Reserve Backed by Gold Gains (https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/the-fed-explores-bitcoin-reserve-backed-by-gold-gains/)

[4] title: Forget the 'secret plan' to reset gold prices: U.S. can't ... (https://www.kitco.com/news/article/2025-08-06/forget-secret-plan-reset-gold-prices-us-cant-manipulate-market-its)

[5] title: High-Debt Nations Eye Gold Reserve Profits for Funding ... (https://news.bitcoin.com/high-debt-nations-eye-gold-reserve-profits-for-funding-fed-note-shows/)

[6] title: Tom Lee Predicts Bitcoin's Rise As Gold's Replacement (https://www.fastbull.com/news-detail/tom-lee-predicts-bitcoins-rise-as-golds-replacement-4338516_0)