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Government Bitcoin Holdings Reach $26.8 Billion Across 13 Nations
According to Bitwise analysis, 13 governments collectively hold approximately $26.8 billion in Bitcoin, with the United States dominating holdings by a significant margin.
Government Bitcoin reserves have emerged as a meaningful force in crypto markets, with public institutions now controlling roughly 619,463 BTC—about 3% of circulating supply. The United States leads substantially with 328,372 BTC valued near $19.8 billion, a figure almost three times larger than the combined reserves of the other 12 tracked governments.
The acquisition methods vary by country. Most U.S. holdings originated through law enforcement seizures, including assets from the Silk Road marketplace and the Bitfinex hack, rather than deliberate purchasing strategy. These assets are typically classified as recovered property and may face eventual auction under court approval.
El Salvador stands apart as one of few governments pursuing Bitcoin as intentional national treasury strategy. Other significant holders include smaller allocations held by Venezuela, Finland, and Taiwan, while Germany and Bulgaria currently maintain no Bitcoin reserves.
Governments typically store Bitcoin through institutional custody solutions, distinguishing their approach from individual investors who can opt between third-party custodians or self-managed wallets.
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