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German Ex-Finance Minister Advocates ECB to Include Bitcoin into Reserves

by Dan K
Dec 30, 2024 - 9:17 pm
in Bitcoin, Sticky
Christian Lindner, former German finance minister, speaking about Bitcoin integration in ECB and Bundesbank reserves.

Bitcoin as a Strategic Reserve Asset

Former German Finance Minister Christian Lindner called on the ECB and Germany’s Bundesbank to add BTC into their reserve lists. This came against the background of already growing recognition of cryptocurrency around the world as a strategic financial asset.

Speaking in Berlin, Lindner compared the U.S. with Europe and spoke of the debates in Washington to add cryptocurrencies to the Federal Reserve’s reserves. He labeled this policy as “progressive” and also warned how Europe must not lag in the fast-growing crypto universe.

A Decentralized Hedge Against Political Risks

Mr. Lindner outlined that the decentralized structure of Bitcoin reduces political risks and might serve as a hedge against such traditional reserve assets as gold or foreign currencies. He also noted that though cryptocurrencies can be very volatile, the same happens with classic assets like metals.

Crypto assets now account for a significant part of the global increase in prosperity”, said Lindner. He explained that the inclusion of BTC in central bank reserves will provide additional resilience to Europe’s financial system and overall stability.

Germany’s Engagement with Bitcoin

Germany has already engaged with BTC, though with mixed strategies: The German government this year has been transferring Bitcoin holdings to a variety of wallets-a move that has engendered debate among policymakers.

The lawmaker Joana Cotar criticized the government’s move and said that selling Bitcoin was “not sensible and counterproductive.” She instead provided a detailed Bitcoin strategy that could involve holding Bitcoin in national reserves, issuing Bitcoin bonds, and creating a supportive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies.

Strengthening Europe’s Crypto Standing

This statement by Lindner is not out of place, considering wider European efforts toward competing in the global crypto space. He urged the ECB and Bundesbank to weigh the option of adding Bitcoin into their reserves and underlined how important it is that Europe remain relevant in the financial world.

He further emphasized that both are independent institutions and can handle the decision-making process of this matter without any kind of interference from outside. “Germany and Europe must not allow themselves to be left behind again”, Lindner said, reiterating the need for proactive steps to integrate BTC into the financial ecosystem in Europe.

Addressing these challenges and opportunities, Lindner places the means to propel Europe in a more forward-looking way, remaining at the frontier of financial innovation.

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