Deep Dive: Sovereign adoption of crypto sparks more questions about the volatile asset into the mainstream

US and Europe diverge

Linus Uhlig
clock • 4 min read

The global crypto market has experienced a pivotal shift, shaped by evolving regulations, political realignments and expanding institutional adoption.

From spot bitcoin ETFs to sovereign reserves and tokenised bonds, digital assets are emerging not just as speculative tools, but as strategic instruments in global finance, with regulation across the US and Europe leading to increased mainstream adoption.  The Trump factor One of the most influential drivers of recent market momentum is the return of US President Donald Trump to the political spotlight.  Crypto and tech give investors the bumpiest ride in Q1 Since taking office, Trump has signed an executive order establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, marking the US governmen...

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