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Crypto influencer: Bitcoin provides a ledger to 'prove your hard asset reserves'

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Crypto influencer: Bitcoin provides a ledger to 'prove your hard asset reserves'
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Simon Dixon, crypto investor and influencer | X

Simon Dixon, a cryptocurrency investor and influencer, said that Bitcoin offers a transparent ledger for proving hard asset reserves. His comments were made in response to a 2% drawdown in the Bank of England's gold reserves. Dixon shared his views in a February 12 post on X.

"Imagine if there was a ledger where you could prove your hard asset reserves," said Dixon, crypto investor and influencer. "Bitcoin fixes this."

According to CNN, the Bank of England, which is the world’s second-largest gold custodian, has experienced an increase in demand for gold withdrawals. This surge has resulted in wait times extending over several weeks. The demand is attributed to traders taking advantage of a price premium for gold in the United States amid concerns about potential tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, which could raise the cost of gold imports. Consequently, gold prices have risen sharply, with inventories on the U.S. COMEX exchange nearly doubling since October. The Bank of England’s gold stock has decreased by approximately 2% since the end of last year.


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Bitcoin operates as a decentralized digital currency independent of central banks or governmental control. Trust Machines reported that Bitcoin's decentralized network makes it highly resistant to attacks because no single entity controls the blockchain. It employs cryptographic methods such as asymmetric encryption to secure transactions and ensure user privacy. Transactions are immutable once recorded, maintaining the integrity and transparency of the blockchain. Additionally, Layer 2 protocols like the Lightning Network enhance scalability without compromising security.

According to Bitcoin.comNews, French Member of Parliament Sarah Knafo suggested that European nations should establish Bitcoin reserves. She cited El Salvador’s success and growing global interest in Bitcoin as a strategic asset as reasons for her recommendation. Knafo also expressed concerns about the European Union’s push for a digital euro, pointing out potential risks related to financial control and inflationary pressures. She emphasized that adopting Bitcoin could act as a safeguard for economic freedom.

Dixon has invested in over 100 crypto companies, including Kraken and Coinbase. He produces crypto content on platforms such as X and YouTube and serves as CEO and co-founder of BnkToTheFuture, a regulated crypto securities business.

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