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A Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) executive has suggested that Bitcoin could skyrocket to $1 Million per coin if the United States were to accumulate 1 million BTC. In a recent Bitcoin Magazine podcast, Zach Shapiro, BPI’s head of policy, argued that such a bold move by the U.S. government would send global shockwaves through the crypto markets.
“If the United States announces that we are buying a million Bitcoin, that’s just a global seismic shock,” Shapiro said. “I think we’d probably go very quickly to something like a million dollars per Bitcoin.”
This speculative yet plausible scenario follows President Donald Trump’s March 7 executive order that directed the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a broader Digital Asset Stockpile. The policy shift marks a historic pivot in U.S. digital asset strategy, positioning the country to become a “Bitcoin superpower.”
BPI executive director Matthew Pines echoed this ambition, noting that the real metric of Bitcoin dominance lies in how much BTC the U.S. holds. “If Donald Trump wants to make good on his promise to be a Bitcoin superpower, that ultimately comes down to how much Bitcoin you have,” Pines said.
In line with this vision, Senator Cynthia Lummis has reintroduced the BITCOIN Act, aiming to boost U.S. holdings above the 1 million BTC mark. The legislation encourages “budget-neutral” acquisition methods, avoiding any additional burden on taxpayers.
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Pines proposed using tariff revenues and non-tax sources—such as oil and gas royalties or sales of federal land—to fund Bitcoin purchases. This aligns with Trump’s April 2 executive order imposing a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, potentially unlocking new revenue streams for strategic asset accumulation.
As the U.S. recalibrates its economic posture, the world is watching. Should the country aggressively pursue Bitcoin accumulation, it could radically transform the crypto landscape—and push BTC toward that elusive $1 million milestone.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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