Germany AfD Bitcoin Reserve Motion: Party Proposes National Crypto Strategy

AfD, Germany's second-largest party, filed a motion for a national Bitcoin reserve.

Alternative for Germany (AfD) filed a Bundestag motion to establish a national Bitcoin reserve. The party positions it as a hedge against inflation and a tool to diversify state holdings. Proposal highlights Germany's 2024 disposal of 50,000 seized Bitcoins for $2.9 billion, assets now valued over $5.6 billion at current prices.

Political Standing

AfD secured second-largest party status in the 2025 federal elections. The motion aligns with its established pro-crypto policies and criticism of the euro. No immediate Bundestag vote or official government response has emerged.

EU Framework

EU's MiCA regulation, fully effective from December 2024, imposes strict rules on crypto asset management. Any national reserve requires compliance with transparency, licensing, and risk disclosure standards. Parallel developments include France's exploration of Bitcoin as a sovereign asset and UK parties accepting crypto donations.

Price Context

Bitcoin trades at approximately $113,000 as of October 2025. A state-backed reserve could accelerate institutional adoption across Europe.