Switzerland Considers Nationwide Vote to Add Bitcoin to Central Bank Reserves_ ๐จ๐ญ
Switzerland is considering a nationwide vote to decide whether the Swiss National Bank (SNB) should hold Bitcoin in its reserves ๐ค. This initiative, led by Bitcoin advocates and think tank 2B4CH, aims to amend the Swiss Federal Constitution to include Bitcoin, alongside gold, as a reserve asset ๐ฐ.
The Proposal's Core Idea ๐
The proposal's core idea is to strengthen Switzerland's monetary sovereignty and neutrality by adding Bitcoin to its reserves ๐. Supporters argue that this move would:
Enhance financial sovereignty: By holding Bitcoin, Switzerland would reduce its dependence on other countries' monetary policies ๐.
Increase asset diversity: Adding Bitcoin to the reserves would provide a hedge against inflation and market volatility ๐.
However, Opponents Raise Concerns ๐ซ
However, opponents, including SNB Chairman Thomas Jordan, raise concerns about:
Bitcoin's immaturity_: Its payment system is still developing, and its energy consumption for mining is a significant issue ๐ก.
Security risks_: Bitcoin's decentralized nature makes it vulnerable to hacking and other security threats ๐จ.
To Put This Initiative to a National Vote๐ณ๏ธ
To put this initiative to a national vote, supporters need to collect 100,000 signatures from Swiss citizens within 18 months ๐. With Switzerland's population of approximately 8.9 million, this requires about 1.12% of the population to sign the petition ๐.
Other Countries Are Also Exploring This Idea_ ๐
Other countries, such as the United States, Brazil, and Poland, are also exploring the idea of holding Bitcoin in their reserves ๐ค. If Switzerland's initiative succeeds, it could set off a global trend ๐ช๏ธ.
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