Simply Bitcoin America's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve GONE!! | Simply Originals
Jul 18, 2025
A shocking revelation shows the U.S. government holds far less Bitcoin than expected, raising eyebrows about transparency. Legislative changes are shifting focus toward Bitcoin, with companies like Vanguard adapting to market dynamics. The looming risk of fiat currency devaluation emphasizes the urgency for individuals to adopt self-custody practices. Amid this turmoil, a major Bitcoin mining conference showcases the evolving landscape, highlighting Bitcoin's role as a potential safeguard in a changing financial world.
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Missing $20B in Strategic Bitcoin
- The US government claims to hold 171,000 BTC but actually only holds 28,988 BTC according to a FOIA request.
- This discrepancy raises questions about $20 billion worth of missing Bitcoin, impacting America's strategic Bitcoin reserve ambitions.
CBDCs Banned, Stablecoins Persist
- Congress has banned CBDCs fearing Americans reject central bank digital currencies.
- Stablecoins remain a proxy for CBDCs and represent surveillance money despite the ban.
Vanguard's Forced Bitcoin Exposure
- Vanguard disapproves of Bitcoin yet is the largest shareholder of MicroStrategy, a major Bitcoin proxy.
- MicroStrategy's impending S&P 500 inclusion forces index funds, including Vanguard's, to hold Bitcoin exposure indirectly.