The Bitcoin race among powers: a country nearly catches up to the United States in reserves

CoconutWaterBoy · 2026-02-05T00:01:56+00:00

The gap in Bitcoin reserves between nations is narrowing, with one nation just 4,000 coins away from matching the U.S. This competition reflects a shift in geopolitical power, making Bitcoin a central element in the rivalry between superpowers.

CoconutWaterBoy

2026-02-05 00:01:56

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The gap is narrowing dramatically. While some governments question the adoption of Bitcoin, there is a nation that is just 4,000 coins away from matching the reserves held by the United States. This proximity reveals an unexpected geopolitical reality: the accumulation of Bitcoin has become an indicator of power and national strategy.

The competition is tighter than ever. With both nations just a small margin apart, it’s no surprise that American political leaders, like Trump, constantly declare their intention to position their country as number one in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Worldwide, few factors generate as much concern in capitals as this race for dominance in digital assets.

The future will depend on this strategic struggle. What was once seen as a marginal asset now represents a central element in the competition between superpowers. Every monetary policy decision, every government purchase of Bitcoin, moves the pieces on a board where cryptocurrency dominance promises to be as influential as any other metric of economic and technological power.

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