Bitcoin News Today: Trump-Linked American Bitcoin Eyes Asia Acquisitions to Boost BTC Reserves

American Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency mining firm linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump and co-founded by his son Eric Trump, is reportedly pursuing strategic acquisitions in Asia to expand its Bitcoin holdings and strengthen its global presence [1]. The company has set its sights on Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, with reports indicating a potential Nasdaq listing in the coming months as part of its broader growth strategy [2].

The firm has not disclosed specific targets, but multiple reports suggest it is exploring opportunities in Japan and the region now referred to as China Hong Kong. These moves signal an aggressive expansion in the crypto sector, aiming to secure additional Bitcoin mining operations and increase its reserve holdings [3].

According to a report from Foresight News, American Bitcoin’s interest in Asian markets reflects a broader trend among U.S. crypto firms to diversify their operations and take advantage of more favorable regulatory and energy environments [4]. The company’s co-founder, Eric Trump, has been a vocal supporter of Bitcoin, and the firm’s strategy aligns with his long-term vision for digital assets.

American Bitcoin’s expansion efforts also underscore the growing influence of Trump-aligned figures in the cryptocurrency space. With a reported focus on acquiring firms with existing mining infrastructure, the company aims to leverage its political connections and financial backing to scale operations more rapidly [6]. The firm has already begun building a Bitcoin treasury, holding 215 Bitcoin as of June 10 and announcing a $200 million raise on June 30 to bolster its holdings and mining capacity [1].

The timing of these moves comes as global Bitcoin markets face headwinds from macroeconomic pressures, including U.S. inflation and shifting monetary policy. However, analysts note that strategic acquisitions in Asia may allow American Bitcoin to bypass some of these domestic constraints and continue its growth trajectory [7].

Publicly traded Bitcoin treasury companies are increasingly accumulating Bitcoin, with Strategy holding 628,946 BTC and Japanese firm Metaplanet adding 518 BTC to its reserves recently [1]. Bitcoin’s limited supply of 21 million tokens is seen as a key advantage in a currency debasement and inflationary environment [1].

Despite these developments, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has taken a cautious approach to federal Bitcoin purchases, stating that while the government may consider future acquisitions, there are currently no plans for large-scale procurement [5]. This highlights the ongoing debate within U.S. financial circles over the role of Bitcoin in national asset management.

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Source:

[1] Cointelegraph (https://cointelegraph.com/news/trump-linked-american-bitcoin-asia-acquisitions-btc)

[2] CoinCentral (https://coincentral.com/trump-backed-american-bitcoin-eyes-japan-hong-kong-acquisitions-to-boost-btc-reserves/)

[3] Benzinga (https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47151885/trump-backed-american-bitcoin-eyes-japanese-hong-kong-firms-for-crypto-acquisition-report)

[4] Binance (https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/28336241616154)

[5] Bloomberg.com (https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-08-14/bessent-says-no-but-maybe-later-to-fresh-bitcoin-buying)

[6] Fidelity (https://www.fidelity.com/news/article/us-economy/202508150715COINDESKCRYPTONW_9981d4ff-16fd-4754-91a4-5a40f96afe55)

[7] Yahoo.com (https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/bitcoin-rally-stalls-u-inflation-111500773.html)