A National Bitcoin Reserve

Is the U.S. financial system ready for a national bitcoin reserve? While a few states have proposed or passed state-level bitcoin reserve legislation, with more states anticipated in the future, legislation and regulatory clarity remain key challenges at the federal level. Momentum is building, driven by several benefits of a bitcoin reserve, with the most notable being the advancement of financial innovation and stability. Access this article by our Law360 partners, which provides a Blueprint for a National Bitcoin Reserve.

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