U.S. to Build Strategic Bitcoin Reserve With Seized Assets

U.S. to build Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with seized assets

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the U.S. government will not purchase additional cryptocurrency for its reserve. Instead, it will use between $15 and $20 billion in seized Bitcoin to establish the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This approach is designed to be budget-neutral, minimizing taxpayer impact.

Government halts sales of seized Bitcoin

Bessent also stated that the U.S. has stopped selling seized Bitcoin, signaling a shift in treating Bitcoin as a long-term reserve asset—similar to how gold or foreign currencies are held for national stability.

Bitcoin price reacts modestly to announcement

Following the announcement, Bitcoin’s price dipped about 3.7%, indicating uncertainty in market sentiment. Analysts suggest that clearer, long-term policy details are needed before a broader market re-evaluation occurs.

Marking a pivotal moment in U.S. crypto policy

In 2025, the Trump administration issued an executive order creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a broader Digital Asset Stockpile. This solidifies cryptocurrency’s emerging role as a legitimate national asset class and marks a major policy shift.