New U.S. Bitcoin Strategy: No Purchases, But Seized Coins Stay
In a recent interview with Fox Business, Treasury Secretary贝森特 made a significant statement: while the U.S. government will not buy Bitcoin on the open market, all Bitcoin seized through law enforcement actions will be held indefinitely.
A De Facto Strategic Reserve Is Taking Shape
贝森特 clarified that the U.S. has effectively established a strategic reserve of Bitcoin. These holdings come from assets confiscated during investigations into cybercrime, money laundering, and illicit finance. The government has no plans to sell or liquidate them in the near term.
- No direct market purchases to avoid accusations of manipulation
- Seized coins are securely stored and integrated into federal asset management
- Long-term retention could reduce circulating supply over time
The Bigger Picture Behind the Policy
This approach goes beyond custody—it reflects an implicit recognition of Bitcoin’s role as a store of value. By holding rather than dumping seized coins, the government avoids market disruption and quietly affirms the asset’s durability.
Analysts suggest this 'passive accumulation' model could inspire other nations. As enforcement efforts grow, so too will the volume of seized digital assets, potentially expanding the U.S. government’s crypto holdings without spending a single dollar.