Former German Finance Minister Christian Lindner has called on the European Central Bank and the Bundesbank to incorporate cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin into their reserves. Lindner argues that adopting digital assets could bolster financial resilience and align with global economic trends, especially as the U.S. considers a similar strategy under the upcoming Donald Trump administration. He emphasized that cryptocurrencies represent a growing segment of global wealth and expressed concerns that Germany and Europe may fall behind if they do not adapt.
Lindner, who leads the Free Democratic Party, has been a vocal advocate for crypto adoption and made these comments ahead of Germany’s upcoming parliamentary elections. While Germany’s current stance on digital assets remains cautious, Lindner believes incorporating Bitcoin into the country’s reserves would enhance central bank stability—a view gaining traction among international political figures.
Despite efforts by some German lawmakers and advocates like Joana Cotar, the government has remained largely silent on the matter. This caution mirrors the skepticism seen in other countries, such as Japan and South Korea, where officials have dismissed the idea of Bitcoin as a reserve asset due to concerns over volatility and uncertain global adoption patterns.
In the U.S., while there are movements towards creating a Bitcoin strategic reserve, analysts like Ki Young Ju believe it’s unlikely to materialize unless the dollar’s dominance is seriously challenged. With global economic conditions remaining stable, there appears to be little incentive for a shift towards Bitcoin as a reserve currency.
