Texas has become the first American state to acquire bitcoin for its public treasury, setting off a nationwide competition as other states rush to establish their own cryptocurrency strategic reserves.

CNBC reports that Texas has made history by becoming the first state to purchase bitcoin as part of its public investment strategy, launching what experts are calling a “Reserve Race” among states seeking to position themselves at the forefront of digital asset adoption. The move comes as numerous states across different political alignments pursue legislation to bring cryptocurrencies onto their public balance sheets.

The Texas crypto purchase…

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