Swiss central bank bitcoin reserve push fails over signature shortfall
CoinDeskMay 9, 2026
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A proposal to amend Switzerland's constitution to require the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to hold Bitcoin as part of its reserves has failed due to insufficient signatures. This initiative aimed to position Bitcoin alongside traditional assets like gold and foreign currencies, reflecting a growing interest in cryptocurrency at the national level.