CoinDesk Podcast Network Bitcoin Above $93K as U.S. Captures Maduro | CoinDesk Daily
Jan 5, 2026
Bitcoin skyrockets above $93,000 amidst U.S. military actions in Venezuela. The capture of President Maduro fuels speculation about a potential U.S. seizure of Venezuela's rumored bitcoin reserves. Discussion includes how accessing oil could trigger disinflation, along with concerns over a recent data breach at Ledger, exposing user contact information. Additionally, PwC is set to ramp up its crypto services thanks to evolving legislation, marking a significant shift in the financial landscape.
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Geopolitics Spurs Bitcoin Rally
- Bitcoin jumped above $93,000 after U.S. special forces captured President Maduro in Venezuela.
- Markets speculate the U.S. might seize a rumored Venezuelan bitcoin "shadow reserve," fueling the rally.
Shadow Reserve Speculation Drives Price
- Analysts flagged speculation that the U.S. could seize a Venezuelan bitcoin reserve potentially as large as known strategic stacks.
- Those claims remain unverified but amplified price momentum and geopolitical narratives.
Oil Reserves May Not Deliver Immediate Relief
- The U.S. tapping Venezuela's 300 billion barrels could create disinflationary effects if realized.
- Experts warn heavy crude is hard and costly to commercialize, limiting short-term impact.