Bitcoin advocates expressed disappointment over U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order that aims to create a ‘digital asset stockpile,’ which notably does not mention Bitcoin. Prominent figures like podcaster Peter McCormack highlighted the omission, while others, such as Travis Kling, pointed out that the term ‘digital assets’ causes confusion among Bitcoin supporters. Trump's order establishes a working group to study a crypto stockpile, potentially sourced from cryptocurrencies seized by the Federal Government. Despite this, some Bitcoin proponents, including Dennis Porter, found the inclusive language pragmatic, deeming it necessary to reduce political friction. However, Pierre Rochard criticized the lack of clarity regarding Bitcoin's central role, attributing barriers to Ripple Labs' lobbying efforts against a Bitcoin-only reserve. The U.S. government reportedly holds a substantial amount of Bitcoin, with over $20 billion worth among its crypto assets.

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