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The idea of adding Bitcoin to national financial reserves is growing, with the United States paving the way and countries like Germany and Hong Kong now considering similar steps. Japan’s Prime Minister acknowledged the potential of Bitcoin as a safe haven during inflation but noted that its price volatility makes it difficult to implement as a foreign exchange treasury asset. Incorporating Bitcoin into national reserves has gained notable traction since Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 elections. Wu Jiezhuang, Chairman of Hong Kong’s Web3 Virtual Asset Development Subcommittee, has called on the government of the city-state to consider integrating Bitcoin into its reserves. These developments reflect the nation’s efforts to keep pace with U.S. leadership in the cryptocurrency space. Countries like El Salvador and Pennsylvania have already made headlines by adopting Bitcoin as legal tender. Similarly, Christian Lindner, leader of the Free Democrats (FDP) party in Germany, has advocated for the diversification of the country’s reserves to include Bitcoin (BTC). However, it’s worth noting that the Japanese government has expressed skepticism toward such proposals.  Hong Kong Embraces Bitcoin Hong Kong, recognized as a global financial hub, has been at the forefront of financial innovations. Recent policy changes aim to enhance its status as a fintech center by integrating cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, into its financial framework. Wu Jiezhuang has suggested that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) consider incorporating cryptocurrencies into its fiscal reserves and using foreign exchange funds to acquire and manage digital assets in the long term. Wu emphasized the global significance of major economies adding Bitcoin to their reserves and recommended that governments and businesses limit their allocation to a small percentage because of Bitcoin’s volatility. Forming a Bitcoin reserve aligns with Hong Kong’s ambition to lead in the digital economy and to attract cryptocurrency enterprises and…

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