Bitcoin, as digital gold, is increasingly being recognized for its strategic value by governments around the world. However, how much Bitcoin do these governments actually hold? How have they accumulated these massive reserves? Recently, Visual Capitalist released a significant infographic revealing the countries with the most Bitcoin as of July 31, 2025. The data shows that the United States and China lead with astonishing reserves of hundreds of thousands of Bitcoins, while El Salvador stands out as the only country that has made direct purchases of Bitcoin a part of its financial strategy.
- Global Bitcoin "Invisible Billionaires List": The United States and China Far Ahead
Data Source: This visualization data comes from BitcoinTreasuries.net, showcasing the amount of Bitcoin accumulated by various countries. Please note that this may not be a comprehensive list, as some countries may not disclose their reserves. The values are based on a BTC price of $118,454.
Total Amount: Overall, these 10 countries control approximately 2.506% of the total BTC supply.
United States: As of July 31, 2025, the United States is the country with the most Bitcoin. Most of these hidden Bitcoins come from drug seizures by law enforcement, including those from Silk Road and other dark web markets. According to Investopedia, the FBI seized over 144,000 Bitcoins from Silk Road in 2013. Its founder, Ross Ulbricht, was sentenced to life in prison but was pardoned by President Trump in January 2025.
China: Following the United States, China holds 190,000 Bitcoins, valued at approximately $22.5 billion. Although China has banned retail cryptocurrency trading, it still retains a significant reserve through the confiscation of mining operations and fraud cases.
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Ukraine and North Korea: Reports indicate that both Ukraine and North Korea hold substantial Bitcoin reserves related to cyber activities and asset seizures.
Bhutan: Bhutan is also a surprising participant, with its secretive hydropower mining operations involving over 11,000 Bitcoins.
El Salvador: El Salvador remains the only country that has made direct purchases of Bitcoin a part of its financial strategy, holding 6,257 Bitcoins valued at over $740 million. This indicates that El Salvador views Bitcoin as a crucial component of its national financial strategy, rather than merely a product of law enforcement seizures.
- The Significance of Government Bitcoin Holdings: Strategic Reserves and Geopolitics
Strategic Reserves: An increasing number of countries view Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset to hedge against inflation, diversify risks, and enhance asset diversification.
Geopolitics: The decentralized nature of Bitcoin makes it independent of any government or central bank control, positioning it as a non-sovereign asset. Its safe-haven properties become more pronounced during macroeconomic fluctuations and geopolitical uncertainties.
Conclusion:
The exposure of the global government Bitcoin "invisible billionaires list" reveals that the strategic value of Bitcoin as digital gold is increasingly recognized by governments worldwide. The United States and China lead with astonishing reserves of hundreds of thousands of Bitcoins, while El Salvador stands out as the only country that has made direct purchases of Bitcoin a part of its financial strategy. This indicates that Bitcoin's position in the global financial system is becoming more solidified and may become an important bargaining chip in the geopolitical games of nations in the future.
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Original Article: “US and China’s Bitcoin Reserves Exposed: Law Enforcement Seizes Hundreds of Thousands, Who is the Real Bitcoin Powerhouse?”
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