2026-01-04 18:23:07

What if we approached the U.S. national debt differently? Recent commentary suggests an unconventional take: addressing the $35 trillion debt burden through Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings. The idea floats the notion of settling obligations with digital assets—essentially imagining a scenario where crypto holdings could help tackle one of America's largest fiscal challenges.

While presented somewhat tongue-in-cheek, it raises an interesting thought experiment about Bitcoin's role in macro-level finance. Could crypto ever transition from speculative asset to sovereign debt solution? The concept sparks debate within crypto circles about Bitcoin's broader economic utility beyond traditional trading and investment purposes. Whether realistic or not, it highlights growing conversations about how digital currencies might intersect with global economic policy.

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NFTHoarder

· 10h ago

$35 trillion just to rely on Bitcoin to save? That logic is utterly ridiculous haha --- Wake up everyone, the US debt problem isn't something a few smart guys can solve --- If it really were like that, the coins I hold now would just fly to the sky... sounds a bit nice --- You're making up stories again, in reality, how could the US government accept this set-up --- Just a fantasy, but I like this kind of out-of-the-box thinking --- Bitcoin as a solution to national debt? No, you're joking, right? --- This kind of discussion isn't very meaningful; it's better to focus on institutional holdings movements --- Basically, it's the fantasy of crypto extremists, but at least they dare to think

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MidnightSeller

· 19h ago

Haha, 35 trillion yuan in debt paid off with Bitcoin? The Federal Reserve would have a blood pressure spike listening to that. --- Here we go again... Do they really think the Salvador model can save the US? --- It’s called "digital asset settlement" in nice words, but honestly, it’s just hype, haha. --- No, this logic can’t be stretched to macro policies, I really can’t believe it. --- Instead of calling it a solution, it’s more like a... satire of the existing system? --- 35 trillion yuan, brother. The total market cap of Bitcoin worldwide isn’t even enough to look at. Wake up. --- Speaking of which, if a country really dares to try, I’ll be watching. --- These "what if" discussions are purely entertainment, everyone, don’t take them seriously. --- When will the Bitcoin savior scenario finally settle down... --- Yeah, right. Let’s talk again when BTC becomes legal tender.

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GasWastingMaximalist

· 19h ago

Haha, hilarious. 35 trillion to be repaid with BTC? What price would it need to reach? --- Really daring to think... but does this logic hold? --- Instead of repaying debt, why not let the Federal Reserve print money? It's all just a numbers game anyway. --- If this really happens, I’ll have to take out my entire savings in coins as patriotic savings. --- No kidding, Bitcoin is the real hedge. US bonds? Haha. --- Wait... if the US actually holds a large amount of BTC to back the dollar... that feels different. --- Brilliant, kicking the national debt problem to the crypto community, letting us clean up after you? --- Suddenly thought, why not use Ethereum? Why does BTC alone get to monopolize this "honor"? --- Basically, it's about cryptographizing traditional problems; there's no escaping it.

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BuyHighSellLow

· 19h ago

Haha, laughing to death. Relying on Bitcoin to rescue a $35 trillion debt? Dream on. --- Wait, your logic... Can debt problems really be that simple? --- Nah, that's unrealistic, but it's definitely interesting. Crypto people always come up with ideas. --- If the US government actually took this advice, I would go all in haha. --- Basically, it's just a joke, don't take it seriously. --- If it could really be solved like that, we would have been rich long ago... --- That's a pretty good idea, but governing a country isn't a game. --- Romantic as it is, reality is cruel. --- Crypto bros' favorite fantasy, no problem.

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ser_we_are_early

· 19h ago

350 trillion? Haha, how many times does Bitcoin need to increase to reach that... --- If the US really plays it this way, the global financial landscape will be completely turned upside down. --- Sounds like a joke, but think about it carefully... it’s not entirely impossible? --- If this logic really holds, then crypto is the ultimate solution. --- Instead of saving national debt, might as well go all in on Bitcoin, it's all a gamble anyway. --- Laughing out loud, handing over a $35 trillion debt package to the crypto world? Are we qualified? Haha. --- If they really do this, the sovereignty currency system would have no reason to exist. --- Looks like the US Treasury should listen to the crypto community... but can you all understand it? --- An interesting hypothesis, but it will never happen in reality, right everyone? --- I just want to know, if we really settle with BTC, what crazy number would the price have to skyrocket to?

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DaisyUnicorn

· 19h ago

Haha, laughing to death. Relying on Bitcoin to rescue the $35 trillion debt problem? Then our small retail investors' BTC is the real "financial unicorn." Wait, isn't this logic a bit magical... Instead of thinking about using digital assets to save national debt, it's better to first think about how to survive the next bear market in our wallets. Oh my sisters, if this could really solve the problem, I would have been financially free long ago... Don't joke around, let's just honestly enjoy the on-chain data. But seriously, this "what if" is quite interesting, at least it makes people think about the possible future role of Bitcoin, even if right now it's just a speculative dream. Huh? From a speculative asset to a sovereign debt solution? Then we hodlers would become key players in macro policy... Thinking about it, it's a bit exciting. Hmm... Basically, this is the "I have a bold idea" series, but a flower won't suddenly grow the ability to solve debt just because the idea is interesting. I need to remember this brainchild, so I can pull it out next time during liquidation for self-comfort.

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GasFeeCrybaby

· 19h ago

35 trillion? Haha, how much does Bitcoin need to go up to be enough? Dream on.

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