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🗣️ U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth: “Bitcoin is a matter of U.S. national security.”

01 May, 2026byDropsCapital
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  • Over the past decade, Bitcoin has evolved from a marginal asset into a tool that is now being discussed not only by investors but also by military experts.
  • Iran, North Korea, and China are using or accumulating Bitcoin for strategic purposes—from cyber operations to reserves and circumventing sanctions pressure.
  • Bitcoin can serve as an instrument of power projection. It’s no longer just an asset for investors; it’s a technology that provides influence in digital infrastructure and global financial settlements.
  • I’ve long been a supporter of BTC and the crypto industry. Within the agency, work is already underway on initiatives that allow us to harness this potential or counter emerging threats.
  • Most of these efforts are classified, but they give the U.S. leverage in various scenarios and help prevent ceding strategic advantage to China.
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