A Bitcoin prediction made by Old Moore in the 2025 OldMoore’s Almanac has comes true. What did the famous soothsayer say?
That Bitcoin would become part of multiple federal reserves.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 6, 2025, establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile. This order allows the U.S. government to hold Bitcoin as a reserve asset, using approximately 200,000 Bitcoin already owned by the federal government, primarily seized through criminal or civil forfeiture proceedings.
The executive order specifies that these Bitcoin holdings will not be sold and will be maintained as a store of value, likened to a “digital Fort Knox.” It also directs federal agencies to explore transferring their Bitcoin to the reserve and to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring more, ensuring no additional taxpayer costs.
Other Bitcoin Reserves: Bitcoin Prediction Widening
Recently, a few U.S. states have passed laws that allow them to invest in Bitcoin, marking a big step for cryptocurrency. These new laws let state governments in the USA buy and hold Bitcoin as part of their financial reserves, similar to how they might hold gold or other assets. This may mean that governements view Bitcoin as a type of legit “money”.
In 2025, states like New Hampshire and Arizona passed legislation that allows them to create “Strategic Bitcoin Reserves.” This means these states can now purchase Bitcoin and hold it as an official part of their state treasury.
New Hampshire
On May 7, 2025, New Hampshire became the first state to pass a law (HB 302) allowing its state treasurer to buy Bitcoin and other major digital assets (with a market value over $500 billion). The state can invest up to 5% of its funds in Bitcoin, and the assets must be stored securely in state-controlled wallets or through regulated platforms. This law will take effect 60 days after being signed, giving the state time to set up the reserve.
Arizona
Arizona followed closely, with Governor Katie Hobbs signing HB 2749 into law. This law creates a crypto reserve funded not by direct purchases with public money but through unclaimed crypto assets, airdrops (free distributions of crypto), and staking rewards (earnings from holding crypto). This cautious approach avoids risking taxpayer money while still allowing Arizona to hold Bitcoin.
Other states, like Missouri and Texas, are also exploring similar laws. For example, Missouri has bills in progress to create a Bitcoin reserve and even eliminate capital gains tax on Bitcoin transactions. Texas passed a Bitcoin reserve bill in its House, and it’s awaiting a final vote. These moves show growing interest in Bitcoin among state governments.
Bitcoin Prediction: Will More Countries do This?
States are interested in Bitcoin for a few reasons:
- Diversifying Investments: Bitcoin is seen as a “digital gold” that can add variety to a state’s financial portfolio, potentially protecting against inflation or economic uncertainty.
- Economic Innovation: By embracing Bitcoin, states hope to attract tech-savvy businesses and investors, boosting local economies.
- Following Federal Trends: There’s also a push at the federal level to create a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. States like New Hampshire and Arizona are aligning with this idea, inspired by proposals like the BITCOIN Act of 2025, which encourages the U.S. government to buy 1 million Bitcoins over five years.
Bitcoin Prediction: Will Ireland invest?
It’s hard to know. The “race to Bitcoin reserves” is heating up, with more countries considering similar laws.
Ireland’s likelihood of accumulating a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve is plausible but not imminent, with a moderate chance in the medium term (3–5 years).
Conor McGregor’s advocacy and global precedents like the U.S. and El Salvador provide momentum, but significant hurdles. Like regulatory skepticism, EU alignment, and political priorities, suggest caution.
Ireland’s tech-forward economy and surplus capital offer a strong foundation, but concrete steps would require broader political support and a clear strategy to navigate Bitcoin’s volatility and EU regulations.
