INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
government has become a prominent player in the Bitcoin world, now holding a substantial amount valued at over $5 billion.According to
21.co, a well-known data analytics firm, the U.S
$5.3 billion.This sizable Bitcoin portfolio has come together through a series of significant events.U.S
Government Emerges as Significant Bitcoin Holder
(Photo Internet reproduction)In November 2020, the government made its first major acquisition by seizing 69,369 Bitcoins from the illicit
Silk Road platform.Following this, they obtained 94,643 Bitcoins from the Bitfinex exchange in January 2022.Most recently, in March 2022,
they acquired 51,326 Bitcoins from an individual named James Zhong.To ensure the safety of these digital assets, the U.S
government has opted for cold storage solutions.The Department of Justice and the IRS have joint custody of these Bitcoins.They store them
hoard these Bitcoins; it actively manages them
Occasionally, they auction off some of their holdings.These sales happen based on court orders, ensuring full legality
At times, they also use established cryptocurrency exchanges for these transactions.For instance, they sold 9,118 Bitcoins on the Coinbase
platform in March 2023.In expanding its Bitcoin holdings, the U.S
government showcases a growing acceptance and understanding of cryptocurrency.Through a combination of strategic acquisitions and careful
management, it has not only increased the security of these assets but also played a notable role in legitimizing the crypto
