U.S. Government | Arkham

On-chain analysis of U.S. Government's cryptocurrency holdings by Arkham. Discover holdings, wallets, inflows, outflows and counterparties.

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The United States Government has become one of the largest known holders of Bitcoin in the world. This accumulation is not the result of an investment strategy, but rather the outcome of large-scale asset seizure from criminal actors. Agencies such as the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the U.S. Marshals Service have seized vast quantities of cryptocurrency connected to a wide range of illicit activities, including darknet markets, cybercrime, and hacking incidents. As a result, the government's crypto wallets are among the most closely monitored on the blockchain. Any movement of these assets can signal upcoming auctions or transfers, which have the potential to impact the broader market. However, there is speculation that the long-standing policy of liquidating these assets may change. The current administration could depart from the practice of auctioning seized Bitcoin, choosing instead to hold it as a strategic reserve asset for the nation.

Why does the U.S. Government hold cryptocurrency?

The U.S. Government holds cryptocurrency after seizing it during law enforcement operations. These assets are considered proceeds of crime or instruments used in illegal activities. The crypto is held in government-controlled wallets during legal proceedings. Following a successful forfeiture case, the government's policy is to liquidate these assets by selling them for U.S. dollars. The funds are then often used for victim restitution or are deposited into Treasury or DOJ funds.

What are the U.S. Government's primary crypto holdings?

The government's holdings are a direct reflection of the assets seized in major cases.
bitcoinBTC: 306.79K
ethereumETH: 17.43K
wbnbWBNB: 22.17K
While Bitcoin constitutes the vast majority of its holdings, agencies have also seized other assets like Ethereum (ETH) and various stablecoins in different cases. For a complete, real-time breakdown of all assets in wallets publicly attributed to U.S. Government agencies, please refer to the detailed holdings table on this page.

How much are the U.S. Government's crypto holdings worth?

As of October 20, 2026, the total market value of the crypto assets held by the U.S. Government is approximately $26.06 billion USD.
This valuation represents seized assets that are at various stages of the legal forfeiture process. Market analysts monitor this figure closely, as the eventual sale of these holdings through government auctions can introduce a significant supply of crypto onto the market.

How does the U.S. Government acquire its crypto?

The U.S. Government acquires cryptocurrency exclusively through criminal, civil, and administrative seizures. It has not purchased crypto on the open market yet. High-profile acquisitions include:
The Silk Road Seizure: Confiscation of massive amounts of Bitcoin from the infamous darknet marketplace and its founder, Ross Ulbricht.
The Bitfinex Hack Recovery: The seizure of approximately $3.6 billion in stolen Bitcoin in 2022, years after the initial hack of the exchange.
The James Zhong Seizure: The recovery of over 50,000 BTC from an individual who exploited the Silk Road platform more than a decade prior.
Once legally forfeited, these assets are typically managed and liquidated by the U.S. Marshals Service.
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