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US, China, Germany drive Bitcoin reserves down to 463,741 BTC

by April 28, 2025
by April 28, 2025

Governments are playing a pivotal role in Bitcoin’s evolving market dynamics. As of April 2025, Coingecko data reveals that government-held Bitcoin has dropped to 463,741 BTC, representing 2.3% of total supply.

This is a notable fall from the 529,591 BTC recorded in July 2024, reflecting changing strategies among key state players.

While some nations, like El Salvador and Bhutan, continue to steadily accumulate Bitcoin, others, including the United States, China, and Germany, have reduced their holdings.

These moves have not only reshaped the distribution of Bitcoin among global players but also impacted liquidity, volatility, and pricing across the crypto market.

US holds $18.3B Bitcoin as China, Germany cut reserves

The United States remains the largest government holder of Bitcoin, with 198,012 BTC valued at around $18.3 billion.

Although the US has sold some of its Bitcoin holdings since July 2024, it still controls the largest share among governments.

This partial liquidation reflects an approach to generate revenue while balancing regulatory and fiscal concerns.

China follows closely behind with 194,000 BTC, worth approximately $17.6 billion.

Despite a complete domestic ban on cryptocurrency trading and mining, China retains these assets, mostly sourced from the 2019 PlusToken Ponzi scheme seizure.

These holdings remain largely untouched, reflecting a cautious but significant presence in the Bitcoin market.

Bhutan mines 8,594 BTC as others sell seized assets

Bhutan has chosen a unique route to accumulate Bitcoin.

Rather than obtaining assets through seizure or purchase, the Himalayan kingdom has mined 8,594 BTC using sustainable hydroelectric energy.

This approach sets Bhutan apart as one of the few governments directly generating Bitcoin through renewable sources.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom holds 61,000 BTC seized from criminal activities.

Authorities are currently deciding whether to sell these assets or repurpose them for public financial programmes, marking another example of how different governments are rethinking crypto asset management.

El Salvador builds Bitcoin reserves, Ukraine liquidates donations

El Salvador continues to steadily build its Bitcoin reserves, with a total of 6,135 BTC now worth approximately $567.8 million.

The country maintains its policy of purchasing 1 BTC daily, integrating Bitcoin into its broader national economic framework.

In contrast, Ukraine has liquidated the 256 BTC it received through crypto donations, worth about $21.3 million at the time.

These funds have been deployed for military and humanitarian purposes during ongoing conflict, illustrating a very different use of Bitcoin by a government compared to long-term accumulation strategies.

Germany’s 46,359 BTC sell-off triggers price drop

Germany liquidated its 46,359 BTC reserves in mid-2024, an event that caused a 15.7% decline in Bitcoin prices.

This significant market movement shows the impact that government sales can have on crypto valuations.

Germany’s disposal was part of a broader policy to streamline asset holdings and reduce exposure to market volatility.

Overall, the reduction in government Bitcoin holdings signals a shift in how countries view digital assets in 2025.

As more nations sell or mine Bitcoin for diverse reasons, from revenue generation to sustainable development, state-held crypto reserves continue to influence Bitcoin’s market structure and global adoption.

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