Bhutan shifts Bitcoin strategy #bhutan #bitcoinmining #cryptomarket

Added: 2026-05-24

[00:00:00]An entire country has been secretly mining Bitcoin for years, building a massive crypto fortune without almost anyone knowing. It's Bhutan, a small kingdom hidden in the Himalayas that began mining Bitcoin in 2019 using [music] cheap hydroelectric energy when BTC was trading around $5,000. They eventually accumulated more than 13,000 Bitcoins, an enormous amount for such a small nation. But here's the interesting part. While giant corporations and governments continue stacking Bitcoin, Bhutan has been selling part of its holdings over the last 18 months, including more than $200 million worth in 2026 alone. So, why sell while everyone else is buying? Because they needed fast liquidity to modernize the country and improve infrastructure. Even so, they continue mining and accumulating Bitcoin because they believe it could completely transform their economy in the long run. Right now, the crypto market is entering a critical phase. Major funds are still buying quietly, and many expect huge moves in the coming months. Follow us to stay ahead of the stories and opportunities most people still don't see.