According to ShibDaily, the U.S. administration is investigating innovative methods to expand its Bitcoin reserve, potentially utilizing tariff revenues from the Trump era to finance new acquisitions. Bo Hines, Executive Director of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, confirmed in an April 14 interview with crypto investor Anthony Pompliano that the administration is actively considering various strategies to increase its Bitcoin holdings. Hines stated, "We’re looking at many creative ways, whether it be from tariffs, whether it be from something else. Everything’s on the table." One of the primary proposals under consideration is Senator Cynthia Lummis’ 2025 Bitcoin Reserve Act, which suggests revaluing U.S. Treasury gold certificates from their long-standing $43 per ounce to the current market rate of $3,223.61. Hines highlighted that such a revaluation could unlock substantial funds for acquiring Bitcoin to build national reserves without the need to issue new debt. He further explained that revaluing the gold certificates could create a significant paper surplus, enabling the government to allocate funds toward Bitcoin purchases without liquidating any physical gold. The aim is to establish a long-term national reserve, not to engage in trading or asset sales. Hines emphasized, "We obviously have made it very clear that we want to acquire as much as we can get. We have to acquire Bitcoin in budget-neutral ways that don’t cost a taxpayer a dime." Additionally, Hines disclosed that the White House is preparing a digital asset strategy set to be released this summer. The plan will focus on fostering crypto innovation, regulating emerging sectors such as staking and tokenization, and enhancing the global use of U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins. As the U.S. explores innovative approaches to building a national Bitcoin reserve, the government’s efforts to integrate Bitcoin and digital assets into its financial framework reflect a growing recognition of the potential of blockchain technology. The forthcoming digital asset strategy and ongoing legislative proposals emphasize a key moment for the country as it seeks to balance regulation with innovation. With further developments expected, the push toward a national Bitcoin reserve could have lasting implications for both traditional and digital financial systems.
Brian
Kikyo
Alex