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Filed on a recent Friday, SB550 seeks to empower Florida’s Chief Financial Officer to incorporate Bitcoin and other digital assets into the state's financial portfolio. The language within the bill asserts that Bitcoin and similar assets can act as "stores of value" that may safeguard the state's purchasing power amidst persistent inflationary pressures.
Supporters of the bill argue that adopting Bitcoin could provide greater financial security against economic fluctuations. Given Bitcoin's historical performance, proponents believe that despite its volatility, the long-term trajectory remains bullish, rallying the notion that the digital currency can be beneficial for state funds.