The U.S. holding Bitcoin as a strategic move to maintain influence isn’t just “maybe”—it’s already happening, but the debate is whether it’s a smart play or a risky gamble. The U.S. government *does* hold ~198,000 BTC, per Wikipedia, but the question is how they’re using it. Proponents argue it’s a way to signal leadership in crypto, diversify reserves, and counter China’s digital yuan ambitions (DW). Critics, like OMFIF, warn stockpiling Bitcoin could erode trust in the dollar if seen as a hedge rather than a tool for systemic integration.

Think of it like a chess move: if the U.S. treats Bitcoin as a strategic asset, it could shape global finance rules, but if it’s just a backup plan, it might backfire. The White House’s vague “strategic reserve” policy (White House link) suggests they’re hedging their bets, but without clear goals, it’s hard to call it a masterstroke.

Either way, the U.S. is in the game, and Bitcoin’s role as a geopolitical tool is no longer hypothetical. But will it be a chessboard or a crutch? Let’s dissect it further.

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