The CEO of BlackRock highlighted the growing significance of digital assets, such as Bitcoin, as a potential threat to the global dominance of the dollar. The U.S. debt is increasing at a faster pace than the economy, with interest payments expected to exceed $952 billion this year, surpassing military spending. If not addressed, by 2030 debt service and mandatory spending could consume all federal revenue, leading to a permanent deficit. While acknowledging the role of digital assets, the CEO expressed concerns that decentralized finance could shift the balance of power in the global economy, posing challenges to the U.S. dollar's supremacy. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, has achieved remarkable growth, becoming the largest ETF launch in history with $50 billion in assets under management within a year, driven by significant inflows in 2024. The CEO suggested that if more institutional and retail investors allocate a small percentage of their portfolios to Bitcoin, its price could potentially reach $700,000, positioning BlackRock as a key player in the digital asset space with offerings in Canada and Europe.
BlackRock CEO Warns U.S. Risks Losing Reserve Currency Status to Bitcoin
2025-04-01 00:05:05 Primitive Reading
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