In March 2025, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, making Bitcoin an official strategic asset for the nation.
Creation of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
On March 6, 2025, President Trump announced the establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, making it the first step for a major economy to officially recognize Bitcoin as a strategic asset. The reserve will be capitalized with Bitcoin seized through criminal and civil forfeiture proceedings.
Rise of Corporate Bitcoin Holdings
By June 2025, over 116 public companies began holding Bitcoin on their balance sheets, with a total asset value exceeding $2 trillion. This growth marked a 300% increase compared to 2024, with 61 corporate treasuries owning 3.2% of total Bitcoin supply.
Regulatory Changes and Their Impact
In June 2025, the SEC announced the creation of a new Crypto Task Force led by Hester Peirce to develop comprehensive frameworks for digital assets. Meanwhile, state-level outcomes varied: New Hampshire permitted holding up to 5% of reserves in Bitcoin, while Arizona's governor vetoed a Bitcoin reserve bill.
The establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the growing interest from the corporate sector in Bitcoin underscore a shift in the approach to this asset and open new horizons for institutional adoption.
