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How much bitcoin is held by the government?
How much bitcoin is held by the government?
Nicola
Tue Jul 09 2024
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Could you elaborate on the current state of Bitcoin holdings by governments worldwide? Is there any specific country or government that stands out in terms of their bitcoin reserves? How significant is the percentage of total bitcoin supply that is currently held by governments, and how does this compare to private individuals or institutions? Are there any regulations or policies that influence the way governments acquire and store bitcoin? Furthermore, are there any potential implications or risks associated with governments holding large amounts of bitcoin?
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CryptoChieftainGuard
Thu Jul 11 2024
In the United States, for instance, the government has confiscated bitcoin believed to be connected with financial crimes or funding terrorist activities.
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Claudio
Thu Jul 11 2024
The precise amount of bitcoin held by governments at any particular moment remains elusive due to the intricate nature of seizures across various agencies.
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BitcoinBaroness
Thu Jul 11 2024
Many agencies, operating under sealed warrants, confiscate bitcoin, leading to a fragmented and uncertain tally of government-held digital assets.
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EnchantedNebula
Wed Jul 10 2024
These confiscated bitcoins are then auctioned off by the U.S. Marshals Service, a federal law enforcement agency responsible for managing seized assets.
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Raffaele
Wed Jul 10 2024
The auctions serve as a means to liquidate the bitcoins and potentially recover funds for victims or the government itself.
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