Bitcoin Reserves Go Mainstream: US Leads Charge with 328k Holdings
The concept of sovereign backing in Bitcoin has gained momentum globally, driven by concerns over global inflation, geopolitics, and the search for monetary diversification.
In 2026, several countries have begun accumulating Bitcoin as a reserve asset, with some nations opting for active purchases while others rely on judicial seizures.
The United States has emerged as a leader in this trend, with an inventory exceeding 328,000 BTC. The country shifted from treating Bitcoin as a disposable asset to consolidating it as a key piece of its national treasury after President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order in 2025.
The American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA) aims to protect reserve funds for at least 20 years and formally transfer all assets seized by federal agencies to secure Treasury custody. This legislative initiative seeks to establish neutral mechanisms to continue accumulating Bitcoin without generating additional cost for taxpayers.