Delaware Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Laws

Delaware Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Legislation

Delaware Bitcoin Reserve Overview

No Official Reserves
Friendly Regulatory Status
Blockchain-Friendly Corporate Laws

Delaware Legislative Breakdown

State BTC Reserves % of Global Holdings Legal Status Last Updated Key Laws and Regulations
Delaware (DE) No Official Reserves 0% Friendly 2025-05-24
  • House Bill 260 (2017): Amends Delaware General Corporation Law to allow blockchain for stock ledgers and corporate records
  • Delaware Blockchain Initiative (2016): Promotes blockchain adoption in corporate and state applications
  • No state income tax on crypto gains for individuals; federal capital gains tax (15–20%) applies
  • ~100,000 residents (~10% of population) use crypto; $1.5B in transactions (2023–2024, est.)
  • Corporate-friendly environment attracts blockchain startups; no specific crypto licensing requirements
  • Approximately 10 Bitcoin ATMs, primarily in Wilmington (2024)
  • No specific legislation for state-held Bitcoin reserves as of 2025

Delaware Bitcoin Reserve Status

Current status: NO OFFICIAL RESERVES

Delaware has not established a state Bitcoin reserve but is recognized for its blockchain-friendly corporate laws. The Delaware Blockchain Initiative and House Bill 260 support blockchain adoption in corporate governance, attracting blockchain startups to the state.

No funds have been allocated for Bitcoin reserves. Delaware prioritizes blockchain technology integration in corporate and state applications over holding digital assets.

8/1/2017
SIGNED INTO LAW
House Bill 260 signed, amending Delaware General Corporation Law to permit blockchain technology for maintaining stock ledgers and corporate records.
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5/2/2016
INITIATED
Delaware Blockchain Initiative launched to promote blockchain adoption in corporate governance and state record-keeping, positioning Delaware as a hub for blockchain innovation.
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