U.S. Military Operating Bitcoin Node: Admiral's Congressional Testimony

INDOPACOM Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo has officially told Congress that the U.S. military is running a live Bitcoin node and views the protocol as a critical "computer science tool" for national power projection. This marks a watershed moment: the highest levels of U.S. defense leadership are now publicly embracing Bitcoin infrastructure as a strategic asset.

Why Bitcoin Infrastructure Matters for National Defense

• Institutional Validation: A four-star admiral's testimony legitimizes Bitcoin as more than speculation—it's being formally integrated into military doctrine and strategic thinking at the Indo-Pacific Command level

Institutional Validation of Cryptocurrency in Defense Strategy