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Bitcoin Gains Recognition as IMF Adds It to Reserves

3/24/2025
2min read
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by Denislav Manolov
Crypto Expert at Airdrops.com
3/24/2025
2min read
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by Denislav Manolov
Crypto Expert

IMF Recognizes Bitcoin as a Global Asset

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is reportedly making a major shift in its approach to Bitcoin, classifying it as "Digital Gold" and tracking it as a key global asset. According to insiders, Bitcoin is now included in the IMF’s reserves under new financial reporting standards. 

Bitcoin Listed Under BPM7 Rules

The IMF's updated BPM7 guidelines categorize Bitcoin alongside traditional assets like gold and real estate in cross-border transactions. This classification marks a notable departure from the IMF’s historically cautious stance on cryptocurrencies.

Capital Asset Status and SDR Speculation

Bitcoin has also been classified as a capital asset under the new rules, reinforcing its role in global finance. Some analysts speculate that Bitcoin might eventually be included in the IMF’s Special Drawing Rights (SDR) basket, a reserve currency mix currently comprising the US dollar, euro, Chinese yuan, Japanese yen, and British pound.

IMF’s Shift Toward Crypto?

Despite the IMF’s long-standing skepticism toward Bitcoin, Bitcoin advocate Max Keiser believes this move signals an inevitable shift toward broader crypto adoption. However, the IMF has yet to confirm these developments officially.

As global financial institutions continue adapting to the rise of digital assets, Bitcoin’s evolving role in the international monetary system could redefine its standing in traditional finance.

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