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 <li aria-level="1">Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis proposes integrating Bitcoin into state reserves, citing diversification and volatility protection benefits.</li>
 <li aria-level="1">The proposal includes assessing feasibility and risks related to using Bitcoin for state retirement system investments.</li>
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In a recent proposal, Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s Chief Financial Officer, has advocated for the inclusion of Bitcoin (BTC) in the state’s strategic reserves. 
Addressing the State Board of Administration (SBA), Patronis <a href="https://myfloridacfo.com/news/pressreleases/press-release-details/2024/10/29/cfo-jimmy-patronis-to-sba--florida-needs-to-lean-forward-on-cryptocurrency" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">highlighted</a> Bitcoin’s potential to diversify the state’s portfolio and provide a hedge against the volatility of more traditional assets.
Dubbing Bitcoin as “digital gold,” Patronis suggested that incorporating this cryptocurrency into the Florida Growth Fund, which supports innovative and emerging investments, could yield significant benefits that the state should not overlook.&nbsp;
In his communication to the SBA, Patronis called for a comprehensive report to assess the feasibility, risks, and potential advantages of allocating a portion of the state’s retirement system funds to Bitcoin.&nbsp;
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 “The future of cryptocurrencies might be uncertain, but it’s crucial for Florida to stay ahead by considering new investment avenues and securing the best outcomes for Floridians,” he stated.
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This proactive stance is influenced by actions taken in other states such as Wisconsin, Michigan, and Arizona, the latter having made strides in incorporating cryptocurrencies into state retirement funds. Patronis also referenced the growing Bitcoin mining operations in Wyoming and Nebraska, which have embraced cryptocurrency through supportive legislation.
Further underscoring the national interest in cryptocurrencies, Patronis noted <a href="https://www.ethnews.com/is-trumps-secret-crypto-plan-on-ethereum-the-next-big-thing/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Donald Trump’s</a> remarks at the Bitcoin 2024 conference.
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 “Trump said he would establish a presidential cryptocurrency advisory council and create a national bitcoin ‘reserve’ using cryptocurrencies that the U.S. government currently holds, mostly seized in law enforcement actions. I believe this foresight and innovative thinking from a successful businessman like President Trump should not be taken for granted,” Patronis said.
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The former president and presidential candidate discussed establishing a national cryptocurrency reserve and forming a presidential advisory council on cryptocurrencies. <a href="https://www.ethnews.com/trump-bets-big-on-blockchain-genius-move-or-desperate-gamble/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Trump’s vision</a> includes using cryptocurrencies currently held by the U.S. government, primarily seized in law enforcement actions, to establish this reserve.
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 “Such forward-thinking and innovative proposals from a successful businessman like President Trump should not be taken lightly,” Patronis remarked, advocating for a similar visionary approach in Florida.
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The CFO’s proposal aligns with Governor Ron DeSantis’s policies aimed at protecting Floridians’ personal finances from government overreach and corporate surveillance, particularly concerning Central Bank Digital Currencies (<a href="https://www.ethnews.com/global-shift-g20-and-brics-turn-to-cbdcs-for-international-trade/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">CBDCs</a>). By integrating cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin into Florida’s financial strategy, Patronis aims to position the state as a leader in financial innovation.
While the SBA’s response to the proposal is pending, this move by Patronis could significantly influence Florida’s financial policies, potentially integrating digital assets into the state’s fiscal management practices. 
The initiative reflects an awareness of the growing relevance of cryptocurrencies in global finance and positions Florida at the vanguard of adopting these emerging technologies in government operations.
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