Donald Trump’s pro-cryptocurrency stance and his plan to establish a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve have sparked widespread attention and discussions on a global scale.
While interest in Bitcoin continues to grow across various nations, French Member of Parliament Sarah Knafo has called for the European Union to create its own Bitcoin reserve. This suggestion follows the trend set by other countries, particularly the United States, which has taken a leading role in promoting cryptocurrency.
The idea gained further traction from former German Finance Minister Christian Lindner, who criticized Chancellor Olaf Scholz for neglecting Bitcoin in Germany’s financial strategy.
Speaking in the Bundestag, Lindner pointed out that the United States has emerged as a global leader in cryptocurrency-friendly policies, and he accused both the German government and opposition parties of overlooking the economic potential of Bitcoin.
Lindner expressed concern that key German leaders, including Chancellor Scholz, Economy Minister Robert Habeck, and Opposition Leader Friedrich Merz, were not acknowledging the growing significance of cryptocurrencies in the global economy. He argued that Germany was falling behind, especially in comparison to the US, which is positioning itself to benefit from Bitcoin’s potential.
Lindner also highlighted a missed opportunity in Germany’s past decisions, criticizing the government for selling significant amounts of Bitcoin at prices far below their current value. He noted that while the US is embracing Bitcoin to boost its economy, Germany risks losing out on the advantages that cryptocurrencies offer.
After more than four weeks of uninterrupted investor enthusiasm, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust has reported its steepest daily outflow since its inception, signaling a potential shift in sentiment.
Pakistan’s aggressive embrace of Bitcoin mining has drawn scrutiny from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which is now demanding clarity on the country’s allocation of 2,000 megawatts of electricity to digital assets and AI infrastructure.
A new analysis from China’s International Monetary Institute (IMI) suggests that Bitcoin is quietly gaining ground as a serious player in the global reserve system.
Bitcoin may be on the verge of a major supply squeeze, with dwindling availability and accelerating institutional interest setting the stage for potentially explosive price action, according to Sygnum Bank’s Katalin Tischhauser.