Russia Considers Bitcoin Reserve to Mitigate Dollar Dependence

Russia is considering establishing a national Bitcoin reserve to counteract sanctions and enhance international trade, reflecting a growing global interest in Bitcoin as a strategic asset. This comes amid discussions in the U.S. under President Trump about a similar reserve and Bitcoin's recent price surge past $100,000. Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao suggests smaller nations might lead in adopting Bitcoin reserves, while China's stance remains uncertain. The move highlights Bitcoin's increasing role in global financial strategies.