Today, May 5, 2025, marks the deadline for the U.S. Treasury to submit its assessment on establishing and managing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, as mandated by President Donald Trump's executive order signed on March 6, 2025.
What Is the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve?
The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a proposed federal initiative to treat Bitcoin as a national reserve asset. It would be funded primarily through Bitcoin seized in criminal or civil forfeiture proceedings, rather than through new purchases. The reserve aims to hold these assets long-term, without selling them, positioning the U.S. as a major holder of Bitcoin.
Purpose of the May 5 Deadline
The executive order required the Treasury Secretary to deliver a comprehensive evaluation by May 5, 2025. This report is expected to address:#BitcoinReserveDeadline
Legal and investment considerations for establishing and managing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
Recommendations on the structure and oversight of the reserve.
Potential legislative actions needed to support the reserve's development.
