Bitcoin Steadies Above $105,000 as Talk of U.S. Strategic Reserve Grows Louder
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Bitcoin traded calmly above $105,000 this weekend, showing remarkable resilience amid broader market uncertainty.
After touching a new all-time high near $108,000 earlier in the week, the world’s largest cryptocurrency has settled into a tight range. Trading volume is lighter than usual — typical for a Saturday — but sentiment remains bullish.
Much of the recent strength stems from ongoing speculation about U.S. government policy under the incoming Trump administration. President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly voiced support for cryptocurrency, and several advisors have floated the idea of establishing a national bitcoin strategic reserve similar to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
While no formal proposal has been introduced, the mere possibility has fueled buying from both retail and institutional investors. “If the U.S. starts accumulating bitcoin, it would be the ultimate validation,” said Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, in a recent interview.
MicroStrategy itself continues to lead corporate adoption, holding over 300,000 BTC on its balance sheet. Other public companies, including Tesla and Marathon Digital, have seen their stock prices move in tandem with bitcoin’s rally.
On-chain data shows long-term holders are not selling into strength, with exchange outflows remaining elevated. Institutional flows through spot Bitcoin ETFs have also stayed positive, with BlackRock’s IBIT fund recording another week of inflows.
Not everyone is convinced the rally has legs. Some analysts warn that regulatory clarity is still lacking, and a change in Fed policy could trigger risk-off moves across assets, including crypto.
Yet for now, the mood is optimistic. “Bitcoin has decoupled from traditional risk assets at times this year,” noted Cathie Wood of ARK Invest. “Its narrative as digital gold is stronger than ever.”
As 2025 draws to a close, all eyes are on Washington and whether pro-crypto rhetoric turns into actual policy.
