Cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, have gradually integrated into corporate financial flows and government reserves over the past few years, with examples seen in countries such as Bhutan and the United States. Taiwan is now considering adding Bitcoin to its strategic reserves, beginning with the 210.45 BTC currently held by the Ministry of Justice (approximately $18 billion).
The Taiwanese government plans to use Bitcoin as a new national reserve asset, signaling a potential shift in the country’s approach to financial stability and digital assets.
According to Kuomintang legislator Dr. Ju-Chun (JC) Ko, Taiwanese authorities—including Prime Minister Cho Jung-tai and the Central Bank of the Republic of China (Taiwan)—have recently expressed interest in incorporating Bitcoin into national strategic reserves. This initiative, announced by Dr. Ko last month on X (formerly Twitter), could pave the way for a nationwide pilot project for holding crypto-assets.
Dr. Ko will lead the project, as he is considered a key figure in promoting Bitcoin legislation in Taiwan. He will receive strong support from Samson Mow, CEO of JAN3—a technology company specialising in Bitcoin and aiming to make it more accessible globally while promoting financial freedom.
According to JAN3, “A big step for #Bitcoin in Asia. The Prime Minister and the Central Bank of Taiwan have agreed to consider Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, create Bitcoin-friendly regulations, and experiment with holding Bitcoin seized from criminals in the country’s treasury. This initiative is led by Mr. Ju-Chun Ko and Mr. Samson Mow.”
Taiwan Could Become the 8th Largest Bitcoin-Holding State?
In this context, Dr. Ju-Chun Ko has stated that the Ministry of Justice currently holds 210.45 BTC from seized assets, valued at approximately $18 billion, which are scheduled for auction.
Based on CoinGecko data, this volume could place Taiwan 8th in the global ranking of countries holding government-owned Bitcoin, marking a significant milestone in institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. Dr. Ko highlighted on his official X account:
“Taiwan could rise to 8th place globally in terms of Bitcoin holdings by governments. The Ministry of Justice has revealed that as of 31 October 2025, the country held 210.45 BTC from seized assets. According to data from @coingecko, this volume positions Taiwan among the world’s leading governments in Bitcoin reserves.”
Dr. Ju-Chun Ko: Driving the Initiative
Ju-Chun Ko, widely known as JC, is a prominent Kuomintang (KMT) politician and assistant professor at National Taiwan University. He founded the Legislative Yuan Emerging Technology Exchange Association (ETEA) and co-chairs the Legislative Yuan-US Caucus (LUC).
Dr. Ko is recognised for his contributions to digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrency legislation in Taiwan. He authored the foundational law on artificial intelligence and promoted key legislative reforms, including amendments to the Electronic Signature Act and the Nuclear Regulation Act. He combines political engagement with technical expertise.
Additionally, Dr. Ko hosts the popular podcast JC in Tech, interviewing notable figures in the digital world, and has collaborated with international initiatives such as Tools for Humanity to introduce innovations to Taiwan. Since 2015, he has been actively involved in digital democracy and political pluralism, participating in vTaiwan and other programmes promoting transparency and cross-party dialogue.
Since the Trump administration established a strategic Bitcoin reserve in the United States, other countries have followed suit. Taiwan could be next to adopt Bitcoin as a tool for economic stability, similar to gold, positioning itself as one of Asia’s most advanced nations in institutional cryptocurrency adoption.
Sources: @dAAAb, JAN3, @coingecko
