Bhutan Holds $1.1 Billion in Bitcoin Equivalent to 34% of GDP

Bhutan’s Bitcoin reserve is valued at $1.1 billion, 34% of its GDP. Bitcoin’s price surge to $93,683.19 significantly boosted Bhutan’s holdings. The Royal Government of Bhutan has strategically accumulated Bitcoin worth over $1.1 billion, representing 34% of the nation’s GDP. This significant holding stems from Bhutan’s innovative use of its vast hydropower resources to mine….

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Bhutan Builds $1 Billion Bitcoin Reserve as Interest in Digital Assets Grows

November 12, 2024 at 11:35 AM GST updated: November 12, 2024 at 11:29 AM 2 mins read News Bhutan’s $1B Bitcoin reserve showcases a bold diversification strategy for smaller economies.   State-held digital assets gain traction as Bhutan joins nations exploring cryptocurrency as strategic reserves.   Bhutan’s steady Bitcoin mining signals a strong commitment to digital assets…

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Inside the Royal Government of Bhutan’s Bold $66M Bitcoin Transfer — Strategic or Something More?

This morning, the Royal Government of Bhutan shifted $66.55 million worth of bitcoin (BTC) to Binance, according to onchain data. $66M in Bitcoin on the Move – Bhutan’s Government’s Crypto Strategy Unfolds The BTC transfer, initiated from Bhutan’s government-linked crypto wallets, comes as the world’s most popular cryptocurrency approaches its peak valuation. Arkham Intelligence disclosed…

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A Small Nation Leading the Green Crypto Revolution

September 25, 2024 at 07:28 PM GST updated: September 25, 2024 at 07:02 PM 2 mins read News Bhutan boldly holds 13,000 Bitcoins, making it the fourth-largest government holder and showcasing its unique crypto strategy. Utilizing its vast hydropower resources, Bhutan pioneers eco-friendly Bitcoin mining, balancing profits with sustainability. Despite its innovative approach, Bhutan faces…

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Government of Bhutan Holds $828M in Bitcoin, Arkham Data Shows

The government of Bhutan is currently holding over $828 million in bitcoin, according to onchain data by Arkham Intelligence. “Unlike most governments, Bhutan’s BTC does not come from law enforcement asset seizures, but from bitcoin mining operations, which have ramped up dramatically since early 2023,” the crypto intelligence firm explained. Bhutan Revealed as a Major…

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Surprising Players Emerge in 2024

The US leads global Bitcoin holdings with $12.16B, primarily from law enforcement seizures. Bhutan leverages BTC mining for income, holding $782.46M in cryptocurrency reserves. Arkham Intelligence has published its newest government Bitcoin holdings leaderboard, which provides an intriguing view of global cryptocurrency strategy among nation-states. The United States leads the pack, with a stunning $12.16…

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Bhutan’s Bitcoin Story: Everything You Need To Know

Bitcoin adoption is gaining traction globally, and South Asia has become the latest country to embrace digital currency. Bhutan, officially known as the Kingdom of Bhutan, is between China and India and has revealed its Bitcoin exposure. Bhutan’s Unique Mining Approach According to Arkham Intelligence, a top blockchain intelligence company, the Bhutan government’s Bitcoin exposure…

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Bhutan’s $750M Bitcoin Holdings Revealed on Arkham, Powered by Mining Operations

September 17, 2024 at 04:28 PM GST updated: September 17, 2024 at 03:57 PM 2 mins read News Bhutan holds 13,011 BTC worth $750M, becoming the fourth-largest government Bitcoin holder through eco-friendly mining. Bhutan’s Druk Holdings ramps up Bitcoin mining using hydropower, expanding capacity to 500MW by 2025 through Bitdeer partnership. Unlike the US and…

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