Could a US Bitcoin Reserve Solve the National Debt Crisis?

Krutika Adani

VanEck’s Bold Prediction

  • If the US Treasury acquires 1 million Bitcoin by 2029, it could offset $21 trillion in debt by 2049—covering 18% of total US debt, according to VanEck.

Bitcoin as a Hedge Against Debt?

  • US debt is expected to hit $116 trillion by 2049.

  • If Bitcoin appreciates 25% annually, it could reach $21 million per BTC.

  • A Bitcoin reserve strategy could act like a gold reserve for economic stability.

Senator Cynthia Lummis Supports the Idea

  • The US Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets backs VanEck’s research.

  • Lummis argues Bitcoin could strengthen the US financial system.

Central Banks Weigh In

  • Czech National Bank is testing a Bitcoin portfolio.

  • Germany’s Bundesbank & ECB remain skeptical, calling BTC a “speculative asset.”

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