Amid global economic instability, more and more governments, companies, and investment funds are stepping up their involvement in the crypto market. Recent news confirms the growing institutional recognition of digital assets—particularly Bitcoin and stablecoins—as key elements of the future financial system.
North Carolina Prepares a BTC Reserve
One of the most discussed initiatives of the week was a bill passed by the North Carolina House of Representatives, proposing the creation of a state Bitcoin reserve. If the bill is fully approved, it will be a precedent: the first time a U.S. state officially invests budget funds in BTC.
The bill allocates $50 million to establish a special crypto reserve aimed at protecting against inflation and diversifying state assets. Proponents emphasize that Bitcoin can serve as “digital gold” and a hedge against the weakening of the dollar.
Experts believe the success of this initiative in North Carolina may prompt other states to follow suit—especially against the backdrop of the growing U.S. budget deficit.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Appeals to Trump
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, representing the interests of major American corporations, has appealed to Donald Trump, urging him to introduce trade incentives and tax breaks if he returns to the White House. The primary goal is to prevent a recession, which analysts predict could begin as early as 2025.
The document specifically mentions cryptocurrencies as “one of the promising sectors for driving innovation and exports.” The Chamber proposes reducing regulatory pressure on crypto companies and simplifying rules for investors.
If such proposals are implemented, it could trigger a wave of new institutional demand for cryptocurrencies in the U.S.
Forecast: Stablecoins to Reach $2 Trillion by 2028
According to a new report by Bernstein analysts, the total market capitalization of stablecoins could reach $2 trillion by 2028. This would represent nearly a tenfold increase from current levels.
Key growth drivers include:
– The active use of stablecoins in international settlements and cross-border payments;
– Support from fintech companies and banks;
– Use of stablecoins as a store of value in countries with high inflation.
Special attention is given to USDC, USDT, and potential CBDCs, as well as new initiatives from players like PayPal and Stripe. The growth of the stablecoin sector is seen as a foundation for the broader expansion of the crypto economy.
Japan’s Metaplanet Enters U.S. Market
Major Japanese holding company Metaplanet, which recently purchased millions of dollars worth of Bitcoin, has announced the launch of a subsidiary in the U.S. This move is aimed at accelerating further BTC purchases and diversifying the company’s assets outside of Japan.
Metaplanet is already being dubbed the “Asian MicroStrategy,” and its actions indicate growing trust in Bitcoin as a strategic asset among Asian corporations. Entering the U.S. market will give the company access to deeper liquidity and broader opportunities in the American stock market.
SEI ETF with Staking: Canary Capital Files Proposal
Financial firm Canary Capital has filed an application to launch the first ETF based on the SEI blockchain, offering the option to pay staking rewards to shareholders. This could become a breakthrough model for the entire crypto ETF industry.
If approved by the SEC, investors would be able to earn passive income without directly interacting with DeFi or blockchains. This marks another step toward tokenized income and the convergence of traditional financial markets with crypto.
A new crypto landscape is taking shape before our eyes. States, companies, and funds around the world are making moves that would have seemed impossible just 2–3 years ago. The recognition of Bitcoin as a state reserve, attempts to launch ETFs with staking, forecasts for stablecoin growth, and corporate expansion into the U.S.—all of this points to one thing: cryptocurrencies have already become part of the global economic architecture.
Now is the moment when investors, governments, and corporations are deciding what role they will play in this new world.
