Key Highlights Experts say a US Bitcoin reserve could be announced this year 100 countries may compete as global crypto reserves accelerate Industry voices warn America risks losing its first-mover edge America Weighs Creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve The idea of a strategic Bitcoin reserve in the United States is gaining momentum. Galaxy Digital’s head of research, Alex Thorn, recently suggested that Washington could make an announcement before the end of 2025. He argued that the market continues to underestimate the chances that Bitcoin will be recognized as a strategic national asset. In March 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to establish both a strategic Bitcoin reserve and a U.S. digital asset reserve. While the framework has been set, a full plan is still pending approval. This week, Congress introduced a bill requiring the Treasury Department to prepare a technical report outlining both the possibilities and risks of creating a reserve. A White House official confirmed the administration remains interested, despite the lack of final policy. The project was mentioned only briefly in a recent digital asset report, but sources say the initiative remains a live discussion. Industry Reaction and Timing Debate Opinions are divided on when the reserve might become reality. Dave Weisberger, former CEO of CoinRoutes, believes no official decision will be made before 2026, stressing that the administration is “too pragmatic” to rush before achieving other goals. Bitcoin advocates, however, warn against delays. Jan3 founder Samson Mow argued in June that the U.S. risks losing ground if it does not start buying Bitcoin this year. He even warned that countries like Pakistan could move ahead of Washington if the process drags on. Global Race for Bitcoin Reserves The international backdrop is fueling urgency. Several countries are moving forward with plans for national cryptocurrency reserves, developing regulations to formalize their adoption. Recently, Kyrgyzstan passed legislation to regulate its digital asset industry and establish a crypto reserve, underscoring the speed at which some nations are advancing. As the U.S. weighs its decision, the race to secure digital financial leadership is intensifying and the question remains whether Washington will act swiftly enough to maintain its global edge.
