Not US, Here's an Update on The Countries With Most Bitcoin Ownership in The World

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In the previous article, the United States (US) is the country that owns the most Bitcoin in the world. However, currently there is a shift in position. Continue following this review to find out the latest list updates.

6 Countries Owning the Most Bitcoin (BTC).

Source: Decrypt

Curious about which countries have the most Bitcoin? The following is a list 6 countries with the largest Bitcoin holdings based on the latest data.

1. United Arab Emirates (UAE) - 420,000 BTC (Rp. 651 Trillion) (Rumor)

The United Arab Emirates reportedly has 420.000 BTC, which when converted to rupiah is worth approx IDR 651 trillion. 

While there is no official confirmation yet, these rumors are reinforced by several reports indicating that the UAE is building one massive strategy in the crypto industry.

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2. United States - 198,109 BTC (Rp. 307 Trillion)

The United States officially has 198.109 BTC. The accumulated Bitcoin is worth approx IDR 307 trillion. 

The country is not only active in crypto regulation, but has been forming a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (Strategic Bitcoin Reserve) under President Donald Trump's administration.

The US government is also considering it BITCOIN Act, which proposed purchasing up to 200,000 BTC per year for the next five years.

3. China - 194,000 BTC (Rp. 300 Trillion) (Estimated to have been sold)

China previously had 194.000 BTC, worth approx IDR 300 trillion, stemming from seizures in the 2019 PlusToken scandal. 

However, recent analysis suggests that Bitcoin is likely to have for sale through crypto mixers and centralized exchanges. If true, then China is no longer on the list of countries holding the most Bitcoin.

4. United Kingdom - 61,245 BTC (Rp. 95 Trillion)

Great Britain is one of the European countries most active in the Bitcoin industry. With ownership 61.245 BTC (around IDR 95 trillion), the UK uses Bitcoin as part of its digital backup strategy.

This makes the country fourth for the country with the most Bitcoin.

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5. North Korea (Lazarus Group) - 13,518 BTC (Rp. 21 Trillion)

North Korea, through state-sponsored hacking groups, Lazarus Group, has accumulated 13.518 BTC (around IDR 21 trillion). 

These Bitcoins were collected from various major hacking actions, including theft of $1.4 billion (Rp. 21.7 trillion) from Bybit in February 2025. This makes North Korea one of the world's largest Bitcoin-based holders cyber crime.

6. El Salvador - 6,118 BTC (Rp. 9.4 Trillion)

El Salvador is first country in the world who adopted Bitcoin as official means of payment in 2021. Currently, the country has 6.118 BTC, worth approx IDR 9.4 trillion. 

However, El Salvador's Bitcoin policy will experience changes as a result pressure from the IMF. The country is planning stopping “1 BTC per day” purchases in July 2025, as part of negotiations to acquire $1.4 billion (Rp. 21.7 trillion) loan from the IMF.

Read also: Does the United States Have Bitcoin (BTC)?

Conclusion

Bitcoin is now not just an individual investment tool. However, the largest digital asset is also starting to become part of economic and geopolitical strategies of major countries. 

With Bitcoin's rapid growth in value, we could see more countries getting started include Bitcoin in their national proposal in the next few years.

FAQ

1. What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency discovered by a person or group of people under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008. 

2. How how does Bitcoin work?

Bitcoin works using blockchain technology, which is a decentralized transaction recording system. 

3. Is Bitcoin safe to use?

Bitcoin uses a very strong encryption system to protect transactions and users' digital wallets. However, users still need to be careful about their personal security, such as protecting private keys and using a trusted platform.

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Reference 

CCN, Top Government Bitcoin Holders: North Korea Quietly Amasses Billion-Dollar BTC Stack, accessed March 18, 2025,

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