AsianFin -- U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance disclosed that he holds a significant amount of Bitcoin and emphasized the cryptocurrency’s potential role in America’s future strategic planning during a keynote address at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference.

“Bitcoin isn’t just a financial asset — it’s a tool of strategic importance for the United States,” Vance told attendees. He cited data suggesting that around 50 million Americans currently hold Bitcoin, and predicted that number could soon rise to 100 million. “The momentum is real,” he said.

Vance positioned cryptocurrencies as a hedge against what he called “flawed policies in Washington,” and said the current administration is focused on dismantling the previous government’s regulatory barriers, legal constraints, and red tape surrounding digital assets.

He pointed to the upcoming GENIUS Act as a key legislative step, saying the bill could significantly broaden the use of stablecoins in digital payment systems. “This is about expanding access to financial tools and modernizing our payments infrastructure,” Vance said, noting the act could benefit millions of Americans by making transactions faster and more accessible.

The Vice President also argued that the legislation would improve market transparency and better protect crypto asset holders. His personal disclosure of Bitcoin ownership underscored his long-standing support for digital currencies, a position that may influence the broader direction of U.S. policy in an election year increasingly shaped by technology and finance.