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Bloomberg exchange-traded fund (ETF) analysts have tipped a 90% chance that the US securities regulator will approve a spot Litecoin ETF before the end of the year. Bloomberg’s James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas see its chances of being approved in 2025 as higher than other […]
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Bloomberg exchange-traded fund (ETF) analysts have tipped a 90% chance that the US securities regulator will approve a spot Litecoin ETF before the end of the year.
Bloomberg’s James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas see its chances of being approved in 2025 as higher than other ETFs currently proposed, including a spot XRP (XRP), Solana (SOL) and Dogecoin (DOGE) ETF — which they see as having a 65%, 70% and 75% chance respectively.
Litecoin (LTC), which was created as a faster alternative to Bitcoin (BTC) in 2011, shares a similar proof-of-work consensus mechanism to Bitcoin.
Posting on X, the pair said that Litecoin’s path toward SEC approval may be the most straightforward as S-1 and 19b-4 forms have already been filed and acknowledged, while the SEC also likely views it as a commodity.
List of candidate crypto ETFs vying for SEC approval. Source: James Seyffart
The race for more crypto ETFs follows strong demand from the spot Bitcoin and Ether (ETH) ETFs, which have chalked up $40.7 billion and $3.18 billion worth of net inflows since launching in January and July 2024, respectively, Farside Investors data shows.
While Seyffart doesn’t think a Litecoin ETF would attract that much demand, he said it could still be worthwhile for fund companies with as little as $50 million in some cases.
“They don’t have to hit it out of the park on a flows basis to be worthwhile from an issuer perspective,” Seyffart told Cointelegraph.
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The final deadline for the SEC to decide on the Litecoin, Solana, XRP and Dogecoin ETFs is between Oct. 2 and Oct. 18, Seyffart’s chart shows. A Litecoin ETF could launch before then, Seyffart said.
Seyffart and Balchunas also acknowledged that ETFs for Hedera (HBAR) and Polkadot (DOT) had been filed by Canary Capital and 21Shares but have not yet placed any approval odds at the time of writing.
Seyffart said more crypto ETFs could be proposed, too, predicting US-based ETF issuers to follow a “spaghetti cannon approach.”
“Issuers will try to launch many many different things and see what sticks,” Seyffart said.
“You will probably see a long tail of ETFs holding digital assets in the long run and the ones that don’t garner interest or flows will simply liquidate.”
Balchunas noted that the odds for all of these crypto ETFs — except Litecoin — were below 5% before US President Donald Trump won the US election on Nov. 5, 2024.
Meanwhile, questions remain over Solana and XRP’s security status, with Seyffart predicting that an XRP ETF wouldn’t be approved until the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple is fully resolved.
Source: James Seyffart
Ripple scored a partial victory in August 2023, when it was ruled that XRP isn’t a security when sold on secondary markets — however, the SEC appealed this court decision, claiming that Ripple breached securities laws when it sold XRP to retail investors.
However, these actions were taken under the Gary Gensler-led SEC, and Ripple is now hoping that the new SEC leadership, currently led by acting chair Mark Uyeda, will withdraw the enforcement case.
The security status of Solana will also need to be resolved before the SEC can analyze Solana under a “commodities ETF wrapper,” Seyffart said last month.
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission has made a “notable” step toward approving spot Solana exchange-traded funds in the US after acknowledging Grayscale’s amended application — in what analysts say is a first for SOL ETFs.
“This is actually newsworthy because the SEC had refused to do this in recent filing attempts for SOL,” Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart said of Grayscale’s Feb. 6 amended 19b-4 filing for a spot Solana (SOL) ETF.
Fellow Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said it was a “notable” development, adding: “We are now in new territory, albeit just a baby step, but seemingly the direct result of leadership change.”
The SEC reportedly refused these spot Solana ETFs under Gensler’s watch because they believed they were incorrectly filed as commodity trust shares, finance lawyer Scott Johnsson explained.
Source: Scott Johnsson
In January, Seyffart said it may take until 2026 for the SEC to approve a spot Solana ETF, and that the review process was further complicated by ongoing lawsuits against the likes of Binance and Coinbase, which alleges SOL constitutes an unregistered security.
“The SEC’s Division of Enforcement is calling Solana a security, which prevents other SEC divisions from analyzing it for a commodities ETF wrapper,” Seyffart said at the time.
The final deadline for Grayscale’s spot Solana ETF application is now around Oct. 11, Seyffart said.
A spree of crypto ETF filings has hit the SEC’s desk over the last few weeks as ETF issuers test which products could be approved under the Mark Uyeda-led SEC.
21Shares, Bitwise, VanEck and Canary Capital are also in the running to list spot Solana ETF after Cboe BZX Exchange refiled 19b-4s on their behalf on Jan. 28, while Bitwise even proposed to list a spot Dogecoin (DOGE) ETF on the same day.
Cboe BZX also filed forms for Canary Capital, WisdomTree, 21Shares and Bitwise to list a spot XRP (XRP) ETF in the US on Feb. 6.
The SEC on Feb. 6 acknowledged Grayscale’s 19b-4 filing to list a spot Litecoin (LTC) ETF, which Seyffart believes is next in line to win SEC approval, following Bitcoin and Ethereum.
The Bloomberg ETF analysts hold this view because Canary’s S-1 filing for a spot Litecoin ETF is already being actively reviewed by the regulator, while applicants for other crypto ETFs have been slower to submit their S-1s.
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Financial services firm JPMorgan estimated an approved spot Solana ETF could attract between $3 billion and $6 billion in net assets over the first year — a prediction Balchunas said was a fairly “reasonable guess.”
Predictions market platform Polymarket estimates there’s a 39% chance that a spot Solana ETF will be approved by the SEC before July 31.
Betting markets on the odds of a spot Solana ETF approval in the US by July 31. Source: Polymarket
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On January 23, 2025, President Donald Trump ordered the creation of a cryptocurrency working group to propose digital asset regulations and explore a national cryptocurrency stockpile. The move aims to overhaul U.S. crypto policy, ensuring innovation, security, and global leadership in the rapidly evolving digital asset space.
Could this initiative change how countries view reserve assets and redefine the global financial system? Bitcoin’s potential to alter power dynamics in the financial world is becoming more apparent.
The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill is a legislative proposal aimed at establishing a national reserve of Bitcoin for the United States. The primary objectives of the bill include:
The Bitcoin Reserve Bill lays out a comprehensive strategy to incorporate Bitcoin into the U.S. financial system. Here are the major components of the law:
Establishing a National Bitcoin Reserve
The U.S. government will aim to acquire 1 million bitcoins over a five-year period. This would account for 5% of Bitcoin’s total supply, making the U.S. one of the largest holders of the cryptocurrency.
Annual Bitcoin Purchases
To reach the target, the federal government will purchase 200,000 bitcoins annually for 5 years. The funding for these purchases will come from:
Creation of the Digital Asset Oversight Committee
A Digital Asset Oversight Committee will be established to oversee the acquisition, storage, and management of the Bitcoin reserve. The committee will:
Regulatory Clarity
The Bitcoin Reserve bill emphasizes creating a clear and consistent regulatory framework for Bitcoin and other digital assets. This includes:
As of January 2025, here are some key statistics to help assess the potential of the U.S. Bitcoin reserve:
These are dynamic numbers. The economy changes regularly and its benchmarks change over time.
While the US Bitcoin Reserve Bill is a landmark, the first country was El Salvador which, in September 2021, became the first country that adopted Bitcoin to be used legally. This new move has, in turn, reshaped its entire financial world. A blueprint perhaps, and a cautionary case study for many other nations wanting to do this.
Why Do El Salvador Need Bitcoin?
El Salvador had several economic issues that compelled it to turn towards Bitcoin adoption:
Remittances Dependence
Remittances make up 23% of El Salvador’s GDP, with millions of citizens receiving money from abroad. Traditional remittance services like Western Union charge high fees, reducing the amount families receive. Bitcoin offers a cheaper and faster way to transfer money.
Limited Financial Inclusion
Over 70% of Salvadorans lacked access to banking services. This meant that a majority of the population was not engaged with any form of financial system. Bitcoin and digital wallets like Chivo allow unbanked citizens to send, receive, and store money digitally. Therefore, financial services became more accessible.
El Salvador uses the U.S. dollar as its official currency, which limits the control of the monetary policy of the country. By using Bitcoin, the government was seeking to diversify its financial system and gain more independence.
To adopt Bitcoin, El Salvador took several significant actions:
El Salvador’s Bitcoin adoption has had both positive and negative effects:
Benefits
Challenges
Comparing the U.S. and El Salvador’s Bitcoin Strategies
| Aspect | United States | El Salvador |
| Bitcoin Use Case | Strategic reserve asset | Legal tender |
| Bitcoin Holdings | 200,000 BTC ($21 billion value) | 6,044 BTC ($610 million value) |
| Annual Purchases | 200,000 BTC | No specific target |
| GDP Impact | Target reserve: 0.57% of GDP | Bitcoin holdings: 1.6% of GDP |
| Key Challenges | Market volatility, regulation | Public mistrust, infrastructure issues |
El Salvador’s experience provides key lessons for the U.S.:
The U.S. Bitcoin Reserve is likely to have significant effects on the crypto market:
The concept of a potential Bitcoin reserve has implications for the US dollar, appears to be quite complex and up for debate. There are different viewpoints:
The actual impact will depend on various factors, including the scale of the Bitcoin reserve, the regulatory environment, and how widely Bitcoin is adopted by individuals and businesses.
The US Bitcoin Reserve Bill sets the stage for a transformative era in the U.S. financial system. By incorporating Bitcoin into its national reserves, the U.S. could:
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The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill is a U.S. law to establish a national Bitcoin reserve, acquiring 1M BTC over five years to boost financial security.
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Donald Trump’s changing stance on cryptocurrencies is a fascinating story of transformation. From being a vocal critic to actively supporting blockchain innovation, his shift has had a significant impact on the digital asset world. His policies, personal investments, and crypto-focused initiatives have positioned him as an influential figure in the crypto space.
How did it all happen? Time for a deep dive. Join in.
Trump’s journey with cryptocurrencies has evolved dramatically, starting from skepticism and shifting toward strong advocacy.
In July 2019 Donald Trump

Donald Trump
Donald Trump is an American former president politician, businessman, and media personality, who served as the 45th president of the U.S. between 2017 to 2021. Trump earned a Bachelor of science in economics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1968. Trump won the 2016 presidential election as the Republican Party nominee against Democratic Party nominee Hillary Clinton while losing the popular vote. As president, Trump ordered a travel ban on citizens from several Muslim-majority countries, diverted military funding toward building a wall on the U.S.–Mexico border, and implemented a family separation policy. Trump has remained a prominent figure in the Republican Party and is considered a likely candidate for the 2024 presidential election
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made several strong criticisms against Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. He tweeted:
“I am not a fan of Bitcoin and other Cryptocurrencies, which are not money, and whose value is highly volatile and based on thin air. Unregulated crypto assets can facilitate unlawful behavior, including drug trade and other illegal activities.”
During that time, Trump’s administration also proposed tighter regulations on digital currencies, claiming that illicit activities were being conducted.
As time passed, Trump softened his stance. After leaving the White House, he spoke positively about blockchain in interviews, suggesting it could help modernize the financial system. While still cautious about Bitcoin’s volatility, he became more open to blockchain’s potential for innovation.
In his 2024 presidential election, Trump made a direct move to be pro-crypto. In his agenda, he promised to enhance blockchain innovation, relax the regulations, and be the first in the digital economy in the United States.
By 2025, Trump had fully embraced cryptocurrency and was known as the “First Crypto President.” His policies and personal investments reflected a push for the widespread adoption of blockchain in the U.S. economy.
According to the data from crypto intelligence firm Arkham, as of January 2025, Trump’s cryptocurrency portfolio has experienced multiplying growth. His holdings reveal a strategic approach to digital asset investments.
Portfolio Overview
Key Assets:
Market Performance
In January 2025, Trump’s portfolio increased by $2.7 million. This was due to an increase in investor confidence after the announcements of crypto-friendly policies from his administration.
One of Trump’s most ambitious crypto projects is World Liberty Finance, which aims to create a global financial ecosystem powered by blockchain.
Project Overview
Key Investors
The platform has processed over $889 million through its Safe Protocol institutional account, indicating substantial activity within its ecosystem.
World Liberty Finance aims to simplify global transactions, lending, and investments by decentralizing financial systems. This project is designed to assist underbanked communities and make financial growth more accessible.
In January 2025, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump launched two memecoins: $TRUMP and $MELANIA. It was a great entry into the cryptocurrency market.
$TRUMP Memecoin
$MELANIA Memecoin
After the release of $TRUMP, first lady Melania Trump launched the $MELANIA memecoin.
President Donald Trump’s administration has introduced several initiatives to position the United States as a leader in blockchain and cryptocurrency innovation:
Establishment of the U.S. DOGE Service
In early 2025, President Trump signed an executive order renaming the U.S. Digital Service to the U.S. DOGE Service, integrating it within the Executive Office of the President. This move aims to reduce federal spending and bureaucracy, with elon musk

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Presidential Council on Cryptocurrencies
According to Forbes report, President Trump plans to sign executive orders to elevate cryptocurrency to a national policy priority and form a Presidential Council on Cryptocurrencies. This council is expected to provide guidance on integrating digital assets into the U.S. financial system.
Support for ‘Made in USA’ Crypto Projects
The administration is anticipated to promote domestic blockchain projects, encouraging innovation within the United States. This initiative aligns with the broader goal of establishing the U.S. as the “crypto capital of the planet.”
These actions reflect a strategic effort to integrate cryptocurrencies into the national economy, fostering innovation while addressing regulatory challenges.
While Trump’s pro-crypto policies have generated excitement, they’ve also raised ethical concerns.
Critics have pointed out potential conflicts of interest, particularly with the launch of the $TRUMP and $MELANIA memecoins. They argue that Trump’s policies may unfairly benefit him personally. Additionally, the volatility of $TRUMP’s price raised concerns about market speculation and manipulation.
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Donald Trump’s journey into the world of cryptocurrency has been nothing short of remarkable, transforming from a skeptic to a vocal supporter. Through his investments and ambitious projects like World Liberty Finance, he’s helping to shape the future of U.S. crypto policy.
While his approach has sparked both excitement and ethical concerns, it highlights the rising influence of blockchain technology in global finance. If Trump continues backing cryptocurrency, his legacy could play a major role in making the U.S. a leader in blockchain innovation for years to come. A story for the books!
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WLFI is Trump’s blockchain project aiming to simplify global financial systems and promote decentralized finance innovation.
Trump holds TROG tokens ($9.5M), Trump Coins ($1.66M), and Ethereum ($1.6M), totaling $15.8M in value.
Trump introduced a Presidential Council on Cryptocurrencies and promoted domestic blockchain projects to position the U.S. as a crypto leader.
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strategies for acquiring Bitcoins since 2019, its history of purchases, funding methods, stock performance, measures taken for custodianship, and whether it is really challenged by big regulatory hurdles.
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Michael Saylor
Michael Saylor is a co-founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). Before founding Microstrategy, he was a rocket scientist and studied aeronautics and astronautics at MIT on an Air Force scholarship. He dubs Bitcoin 'Digital Gold'.
He made some early investment in Bitcoin as soon as he realized it was going to be the next big thing in shaping decentralized finance from traditional finance. His firm Strategy has made Bitcoin their primary treasure reserve.
Quick Facts
Full Name
Michael J. Saylor
Birth
04-02-1965 in Lincoln, Nebraska
Education
BSc from MIT
Marital Status
To be updated / Unmarried
Nationality
American
Net Worth
$8.4B (Feb. 20205, Refer for realtime)
As per Forbes, Saylor bought another 17,732 bitcoins for $175 million in October 2020. Forbes covered Michael Saylor on its front page and called him "The Bitcoin Alchemist" as the latter's Net Worth hit a whopping $7.6B in January 2025.
Michael Saylor – Career Timeline
1983–1987: Studied Aeronautics & Astronautics and Science, Technology & Society at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
1989: Co-founded MicroStrategy (Strategy).
1998: MicroStrategy IPO – Took MicroStrategy public on the NASDAQ at $12 per share.
2000: Accounting Scandal & Crash – MicroStrategy's stock plunged 62% in a day due to an accounting misstatement, wiping out billions in valuation.
2004–2019: MicroStrategy Rebuilds – Worked towards cloud-based analytics and AI-driven business intelligence, regaining stability.
2020: Bitcoin Strategy & Investment – Led MicroStrategy’s $425M Bitcoin investment. He made it the first publicly traded company to adopt Bitcoin.
2021: Bitcoin Evangelism – Became one of Bitcoin’s most vocal advocates, encouraging corporations and institutions to adopt BTC and blockchain.
2022: Stepped Down as CEO – Transitioned to Executive Chairman to focus entirely on Bitcoin strategy.
With a major focus on blockchain network growth, Saylor is considered one of the architects in shaping the growth of decentralized finance.
Useful Links to connect with Michael Saylor
Platform
Link to connect
Twitter (X)
Michael Saylor
MicroStrategy (Strategy) Official Website
MicroStrategy
Michael Saylor’s YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelSaylor
Hope.com (Bitcoin Education by Saylor)
Bitcoin is Hope
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and Sanju Bansal in 1989, MicroStrategy began as a company that provided business intelligence and analytics software. The company was recognized for its innovative enterprise analytics, cloud solutions, and data insights products and services. By 2020, MicroStrategy, struggling in software sales under Saylor, made a dramatic transition into Bitcoin investment.
A self-proclaimed Bitcoin advocate, Michael Saylor has been a strong force behind MicroStrategy’s turn towards cryptocurrency. He, as the Executive Chairman and earlier CEO of the company, led its efforts in this direction, referring to Bitcoin as the superior asset class that could protect shareholder value during an unstable economy and inflation.
Why Bitcoin?
Key Events in Bitcoin Adoption:
1. August 2020: Initial Bitcoin Purchase
Reasoning:
2. September 2020: Bitcoin Becomes Reserve Asset
Motivation:
3. December 2020: Increased Investment
4. Subsequent Acquisitions (2021-2025)
| Year | BTC Purchased | Cumulative Holdings | Total Investment (USD) | Average Purchase Price (USD) | Market Context |
| 2020 | 29,646 | 51,100 | $650 million | $21,925 | Year-end strategic investment |
| 2021 | 13,005 | 83,557 | $489 million | $37,617 | Mid-year investment expansion |
| 2022 | 24,000 | 107,557 | $1.4 billion | $52,093 | Leveraging market opportunities |
| 2023 | 16,796 | 136,686 | $825 million | $68,324 | Continued aggressive acquisition |
| 2024 | 52,000 | 225,686 | $4.6 billion | $88,461 | Record quarterly purchase |
| 2025 | 1,070 | 447,470 | $101 million | $94,392 | Continued strategic accumulation |
Disclosure mechanisms set forth by MicroStrategy cover the company’s Bitcoin acquisition and holding strategy entirely and transparently:
Quarterly Earnings calls
Earnings call transcripts feature detailed discussions through which stakeholders find updates on acquiring Bitcoins, raising funds, as well as associated impacts on overall financial performance. The calls may also indicate what Bitcoin investments intend to do as part of company-wide goals and objectives.
SEC Filings
Major bitcoin acquisitions are done through press releases and widely shared on social media platforms. MicroStrategy’s Executive Chairman, Michael Saylor, usually gives moment-by-moment updates to X, formerly Twitter.
MicroStrategy follows the SEC requirements for material disclosing, such as:
Convertible Debt Offerings
MicroStrategy has made several convertible notes to fund Bitcoin purchases. These include:
Equity Offerings
Stock issuances, including ATM programs, have provided additional :
MicroStrategy has taken a balanced approach to fund its Bitcoin purchases:
1. Internal Cash Balances:
2. Creative Financing:
Total Investment in Bitcoin: $27.97 billion (as of 2024).
Sources of Funding:
Impact on Balance Sheet
Market Attitude
Stock Performance:
Risk Factors
Security Protocols
Risk Mitigation
Security Measures
Leadership Dynamics
Equity offerings to support Bitcoin purchases cause shareholders to be concerned about dilution.
Shareholders continue to be concerned with the firm’s reliance on Bitcoin as the market is very volatile.
According to analysts, Bitcoin will increase to $200,000 in 2025, giving MicroStrategy substantial benefits. Inflation and monetary policies will dictate Bitcoin’s path.
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Regulatory Risks
Strategic Vulnerabilities
Risk Mitigation Strategies
To address these challenges, MicroStrategy could implement the following measures:
1. Diversification
2. Hedging Strategies
3. Governance and Transparency
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MicroStrategy’s transformation from a software company into a Bitcoin-focused company speaks volumes about the value of cryptocurrencies for corporate treasury management. While there are certain risks associated with the operation, it has helped the company generate value worth millions of dollars and become a trendsetter in its very own venture of digital assets. Its strategy might lead other companies to include cryptocurrencies in their financial paradigm as well.
MicroStrategy holds 447,470 BTC as of January 2025, making it the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin.
MicroStrategy’s total Bitcoin investment is $27.97 billion as of 2024, reflecting its aggressive acquisition strategy
MicroStrategy funds Bitcoin purchases through convertible notes, equity offerings, and internal cash reserves, diversifying financing sources.
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As of January 2025, governments around the world collectively hold approximately 471,000 Bitcoin (BTC), a staggering 2.5% of the total Bitcoin supply. With the current market price sitting at $34,750 per Bitcoin, this amounts to a mind-blowing $16.37 billion. But how did these governments come to own such vast amounts of Bitcoin?
Governments have acquired Bitcoin in various ways, including criminal asset seizures, strategic purchases, and public donations. Increasingly, they are exploring how to use Bitcoin as both a financial asset and a tool for modernizing economic systems.
| Rank | Country | Bitcoin Holdings (BTC) | Approximate Value (USD) | Primary Acquisition Method | Notes |
| 1 | United States | 212,000 | $7.37 billion | Criminal seizures (Silk Road, Bitfinex, etc.) | Largest holder; reserves impact the market significantly. |
| 2 | China | 194,000 | $6.74 billion | Seized from the PlusToken Ponzi Scheme | Retains Bitcoin despite crypto trading ban. |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 61,000 | $2.12 billion | Seizures from money laundering and fraud operations | Proactively auctions Bitcoin to fund law enforcement efforts. |
| 4 | Bhutan | 13,029 | $780 Million | Bitcoin Mining | Bitcoin mining through renewable hydropower |
| 5 | El Salvador | 5,800 | $201 million | Actively purchased for national adoption strategy | First country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. |
| 6 | Ukraine | 1,200 | $41.7 million | Public donations during the Russia-Ukraine conflict | Bitcoin used for humanitarian and military funding. |
| 7 | Finland | 1,890 | $65.6 million | Seized during narcotics trafficking investigations | Sold some Bitcoin to fund social programs. |
| 8 | Germany | 0 | $0 | Seizures from cybercrime (previously held 46,359 BTC) | Exploring the potential use of Bitcoin for a national digital asset fund. |
| 9 | India | 450 | $15.6 million | Seized in crypto fraud investigations | Exploring potential use of Bitcoin for a national digital asset fund. |
The U.S. holds the largest government Bitcoin reserve, mostly obtained through enforcement actions against cybercriminals and dark web markets.
Accumulation Source:
Current Status: The U.S. typically auctions off part of its holdings, while retaining a significant portion for long-term storage or study. These actions can influence the market, as past sales have affected Bitcoin prices.
China holds the second-largest Bitcoin reserve, thanks to its crackdown on fraudulent schemes.
Accumulation Source: China’s Bitcoin was mainly acquired through the PlusToken Ponzi Scheme, where the scam made off with more than $2 billion in Bitcoins and Ethers.
Current Status: Although it has banned all crypto trading activities, China is keeping its confiscated Bitcoin rather than liquidating it and may be hoarding it to hedge against the continued rise of digital currency as a global currency.
Due to the forceful effort to curb financial crimes related to using digital assets, the United Kingdom has become one of the leading powers.
Accumulation Source: Bitcoin seized from illegal money laundering and fraud activities, including cases related to Chinese operators running illegal exchanges.
Current Status: The UK government often auctions seized Bitcoin, using the proceeds to fund law enforcement efforts.
Bhutan now accounts for the sum of 13,029 BTC which is worth over $780 million, being considered the world’s fourth biggest state Bitcoin owner. This portfolio in terms of shares makes it equate to about 25% of Bhutan’s GDP, where the big BTC reserve reflects this distinct approach from other countries integrating crypto into national economics.
Accumulation Source: Unlike other governments that are acquiring Bitcoin by seizure or purchase, Bhutan acquired its Bitcoin from its investment in Bitcoin mining with the use of its vast, sustainable hydropower resources.
Current Status: It is a greener strategy as it supports the country’s policy of more extensive renewable energy commitments, which has placed Bhutan at the centre of the fast-emerging area of cryptocurrency and environmental sustainability.
El Salvador made history as the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. Its Bitcoin holdings are actively being purchased as part of a broader national strategy.
Accumulation Source: Purchased as part of the country’s Bitcoin adoption plan, including the “1 Bitcoin per Day” program launched in late 2022.
Current Status: Bitcoin is used for various purposes in El Salvador, including funding infrastructure development and promoting financial inclusion through the Chivo Wallet.
Ukraine’s Bitcoin holdings are primarily sourced from public donations during the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Accumulation Source: In February 2022, the Ukrainian government made its Bitcoin wallet addresses public on social media and sought donations to supplement its military’s funding. Many people and institutions from all over the world donated to this effort.
Current Status: Despite the government taking in more than 1,300 BTC, the active utilization of these funds for humanitarian and military purposes has resulted in 1,200 BTC being set aside.
Germany has been known to confiscate large amounts of Bitcoin from cybercrime operations. As of January 2025, however, the country no longer maintains any Bitcoin reserves.
Source: Seizures of bitcoins from online piracy sites and dark web activities.
Present Situation: In mid-2024, Germany sold its entire Bitcoin, which caused its market value to depreciate by 15%.
Finland gained publicity after it confiscated 1,890 BTC in some cases of narco-trafficking.
Policy: Finland used part of the Bitcoin proceeds to finance social programs, thus being pragmatic in its use of the digital asset’s revenue.
India confiscated 450 BTC in 2024 as part of a crackdown on crypto-related scams.
Future Potential: The Indian government is considering incorporating confiscated Bitcoin into its economic development policies, and talks are still being held regarding the establishment of a national digital asset fund.
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Governments holding large amounts of Bitcoin have significant influence over the cryptocurrency market. Liquidations, such as Germany’s 2024 sale, can trigger price fluctuations, while announcements of acquisitions or retention may boost market confidence.
Bitcoin is increasingly being seen as a tool for geopolitical strategy. Countries like El Salvador and Ukraine are using it for economic development and wartime funding, while larger economies like the U.S. and China are using their holdings to manage illegal activities and regulate the digital asset market.
Governments’ involvement in Bitcoin reflects the intersection of law enforcement, financial strategy, and technological advancement.
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The United States holds the most Bitcoin among governments, with 212,000 BTC worth $7.37 billion, seized from criminal activities.
MicroStrategy is the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, owning over 450,000 BTC as of January 2025, valued at more than $46.35 billion.
Bitcoin was created by an anonymous entity, Satoshi Nakamoto, in 2009. The true identity behind the name remains unknown.
Canary Capital’s recently filed amended S-1 form for its Canary Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) could signal the altcoin may be the next digital asset in the United States to get the crypto ETF treatment, following Bitcoin and Ether in 2024. According to analysts from Bloomberg, […]
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Canary Capital’s recently filed amended S-1 form for its Canary Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) could signal the altcoin may be the next digital asset in the United States to get the crypto ETF treatment, following Bitcoin and Ether in 2024.
According to analysts from Bloomberg, the filing from Canary Capital on Jan. 15 seemingly confirmed industry “chatter” that Litecoin applications are being reviewed by the securities regulator.
“[This] bodes well for our prediction that Litecoin is most likely to be the next coin approved,” Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said on X — though he added that looming leadership change at the Securities and Exchange Commission remains a “huge variable.”
Amended S-1 registration statements like Canary’s filing are often made after the prospective ETF issuer has received feedback from the SEC.
However, Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart noted that Canary’s S-1 must be accompanied by a 19b-4 filing to start the potential approval or denial “clock.”
Solana is further ahead on this front, as ETF issuers Bitwise, VanEck, 21Shares and Canary filed 19b-4s for a spot Solana (SOL) ETF in November.
Source: Eric Balchunas
Canary amended provisions in its S-1 form related to its proposed agreements with crypto custodians Coinbase and BitGo in addition to various accounting, marketing, legal and tax matters.
If approved, Litecoin (LTC) would become the third spot crypto ETF approved in the United States after Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH).
It comes as Litecoin rallied over 15% across Jan. 15-16 — outperforming all cryptocurrencies with a market cap of over $8 billion in that timeframe, CoinGecko data shows.
Blockchain analytics firm Santiment attributed the rise to Litecoin whales and “sharks” scooping up a combined 250,000 Litecoin worth around $29 million since Jan. 9.
Source: Santiment
The amendment also comes days ahead of the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump, who has assembled the most pro-crypto administration to date.
The SEC’s current chair, Gary Gensler, will be replaced on the same day by Paul Atkins, who previously served as an SEC commissioner between 2002 and 2008 — and many expect he will provide a friendlier crypto regulatory environment.
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XRP (XRP) is also in the running to be approved in spot ETF form by the SEC.
Analysts at JPMorgan predicted an SEC-approved spot Solana and XRP ETFs would attract between $3 billion to $6 billion and $4 billion to $8 billion in net assets over the first year.
Balchunas said spot Solana and XRP ETFs raking up a combined $14 billion in that time was a fairly “reasonable guess.”
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Litecoin’s (LTC) X social media account was briefly hacked on Jan. 11 by a scammer promoting a fraudulent Litecoin token on the Solana network. “LTC is now in Solana,” the hacker wrote in a now-deleted and grammatically incorrect post, which featured a contract address and […]
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Litecoin’s (LTC) X social media account was briefly hacked on Jan. 11 by a scammer promoting a fraudulent Litecoin token on the Solana network.
“LTC is now in Solana,” the hacker wrote in a now-deleted and grammatically incorrect post, which featured a contract address and a Pump.fun link to the scam token.
In an update, the Litecoin team announced that it regained control of the account and said the hack was due to a compromised delegated account that has since been removed.
There has been a string of account hacks on X in recent months, resulting in the promotion of fake tokens or phishing links designed to steal funds and sensitive data.
Source: Litecoin
Related: Hacker breaches 15 X accounts, nets $500K boosting bogus memecoins: ZachXBT
Restaking protocol EigenLayer’s X account was hacked on Oct. 18 to promote a fake airdrop campaign.
The hacker posted several malicious links from the account promoting the “Season 2 Stakedrop” — which the scammer claimed was sourced from reallocated EIGEN tokens — before the EigenLayer team regained control of the account.
On Nov. 3, rapper Wiz Khalifa’s account was compromised. The hacker used the account to advertise a fake celebrity memecoin called WIZ, claiming that the memecoin was associated with the musical artist.
The Cardano Foundation’s X account suffered a similar breach on Dec. 8, when a hacker took control of the social media page to promote a fake token called “ADAsol.”
During the incident, the threat actor falsely claimed that the Cardano Foundation would cease supporting its native asset, ADA (ADA), due to a lawsuit from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The fake token generated approximately $500,000 in trading volume before the scam was exposed and the price of “ADAsol” plummeted by over 99%.
Yat Siu, co-founder of Web3 company Animoca Brands, was the victim of an X account hack on Dec. 26.
Like the other cases, the scammer used the account to advertise a fraudulent token — a fake memecoin on the Solana network called “Animoca Brands” that has no connection to the well-known Web3 company.
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Strive, an asset manager founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, asked United States regulators for permission to list an exchange-traded fund (ETF) investing in convertible bonds issued by MicroStrategy and other corporate Bitcoin buyers, according to a Dec. 26 filing. The ETF seeks to offer exposure to […]
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Strive, an asset manager founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, asked United States regulators for permission to list an exchange-traded fund (ETF) investing in convertible bonds issued by MicroStrategy and other corporate Bitcoin buyers, according to a Dec. 26 filing.
The ETF seeks to offer exposure to “Bitcoin Bonds,” described as “convertible securities issued by MicroStrategy” or by other companies that plan to “invest all or a significant portion of the proceeds to purchase Bitcoin,” according to the filing.
The Strive Bitcoin Bond ETF will be actively managed and will gain exposure to Bitcoin bonds either directly or through financial derivatives such as swaps and options, Strive said.
Strive has not yet specified the management fees investors will be charged, but actively managed funds typically charge more than passive index funds.
Entities holding Bitcoin in their treasuries. Source: BitcoinTreasuries.NET
Beginning in 2020, MicroStrategy has spent about $27 billion buying Bitcoin (BTC) as part of a corporate treasury strategy spearheaded by co-founder Michael Saylor.
Its stock, MSTR, has since gained more than 2,200%, outperforming practically every sizeable public company except Nvidia.
MicroStrategy has financed its buys by issuing a mixture of new stock and convertible bonds. Its bonds pay low or no interest but may convert to MSTR shares under certain conditions.
Other companies have followed suit. Corporate treasuries now hold about $56 billion worth of BTC, according to BitcoinTreasuries.NET.NET.
Source: Nate Geraci
Ramaswamy, an outspoken ally of President-elect Donald Trump, founded Strive in 2022. The asset manager aims to help investors “harness the power of capitalism,” according to Strive’s website.
In 2023, Ramaswamy — who earned most of his $1 billion net worth from founding biotechnology startup Roivant Sciences — campaigned against Trump in the Republican presidential primary.
He later endorsed the president-elect. In November, Ramaswamy joined Tesla founder Elon Musk as a leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a private initiative intended to cut wasteful government spending.
Industry analysts see Trump’s presidential win as a green light for more than half a dozen proposed crypto ETFs waiting on regulatory approval to list in the US.
In 2024, asset managers submitted a flurry of regulatory filings to list ETFs holding altcoins, including Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP) and Litecoin (LTC), among others.
Since winning the US presidential election on Nov. 5, Trump has proposed appointing pro-crypto industry leadership for key regulatory agencies.
In December, the President-elect announced former PayPal chief operating officer David Sacks as his “AI and crypto czar,” and former SEC commissioner Paul Atkins as his pick for Securities and Exchange Commission chair.
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Bettors are wagering that 2025 will be a banner year for cryptocurrency markets, according to a Cointelegraph review of data from two popular prediction markets. Traders on Polymarket and Kalshi expect Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) to hit record highs in 2025. They also anticipate […]
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Bettors are wagering that 2025 will be a banner year for cryptocurrency markets, according to a Cointelegraph review of data from two popular prediction markets.
Traders on Polymarket and Kalshi expect Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) to hit record highs in 2025. They also anticipate the United States greenlighting several new types of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve.
As of Dec. 26, Kalshi prices more than 60% odds of BTC and ETH reaching at least $125,000 and $5,000 in 2025, respectively. Polymarket sets 50% odds of BTC touching $120,000 before the end of March.
To date, Bitcoin’s record high is around $108,300, and Ether’s is around $4,720.
Bitcoin price targets. Source: Kalshi
Meanwhile, Polymarket bettors expect US regulators to greenlight XRP (XRP), Solana (SOL) and Litecoin (LTC) ETFs by July 31, with probabilities of around 75%, 69% and 51%, respectively. They set the odds of a Dogecoin (DOGE) ETF approval by then at around 22%.
Additionally, Kalshi users see a 59% chance US President-elect Donald Trump will create a national strategic Bitcoin reserve during his presidency. Polymarket assigns only 29% odds of Trump doing so in his first 100 days in office.
Polymarket and Kalshi rose to prominence in the runup to the US elections in November, with upward of $4 billion in trading volume tied to the US presidential race alone.
Prediction markets work by letting users trade contracts tied to specific events, with prices fluctuating dynamically based on expected outcomes. They proved to be more accurate than traditional polling, forecasting not only Trump’s win but also his party’s sweep of the US House and Senate.
Source: Polymarket
Compared to betting platforms, conventional futures markets anticipate more modest gains for cryptocurrencies in the first quarter of 2025.
Traders on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), one of the US’ largest futures exchanges, are pricing in March spot prices of roughly $98,000 for BTC and $3,500 for ETH.
That’s still up meaningfully from BTC’s and ETH’s Dec. 26 spot prices of around $96,000 and $3,350, respectively. Both cryptocurrencies dropped around 4% as of late morning Eastern Time on Dec. 26.
Futures contracts are standardized agreements to buy or sell an underlying asset at a future date. They play a critical role in hedging strategies and are also popular for speculation.
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