In the wave of digital currencies, former German Finance Minister Christian Lindner made a compelling suggestion: the European Central Bank and the German central bank should consider including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in their reserve assets. Lindner believes that cryptocurrencies play an 'important' role in global prosperity and that now is an excellent time to accumulate such assets, which should not be missed.
Lindner particularly emphasized that the policies pursued by the Trump administration regarding cryptocurrency assets were extremely aggressive, and the Federal Reserve might be considering adding crypto assets to its official reserves alongside the dollar and gold. Although Lindner did not provide specific sources of information, his statement undoubtedly indicates recognition of the future potential of cryptocurrencies.
In addition, the Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) has also publicly released a draft executive order aimed at providing a reference for Trump's 'Bitcoin Strategic Reserve' executive order framework. The draft suggests allocating 1%-5% of Treasury assets for the purchase of Bitcoin to form a long-term reserve.
Globally, Russia and Switzerland are also considering Bitcoin
Incorporate them into their official reserves. Russian State Duma representative Anton Tkachev urged Finance Minister Anton Siluanov to establish a Bitcoin strategic reserve to receive treatment equivalent to traditional currencies. The Swiss Federal Council is also considering amending laws to allow the Swiss central bank to hold part of its reserves in gold and Bitcoin.
Lindner's views resonate with these international dynamics, as he urged the European Central Bank and the German central bank to study whether cryptocurrency assets should also be part of central bank reserves to mitigate political risks associated with traditional currencies and enhance the resilience of reserves. In today's constantly evolving global financial landscape, Lindner's suggestion may prompt further discussion on the role of digital assets in central banks and the increasingly important role they may play in global reserves.