US Military Runs Bitcoin Node for Cybersecurity Tests, Admiral Confirms
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Admiral Samuel Paparo confirmed that the US Indo-Pacific Command is operating a Bitcoin node to conduct operational cybersecurity tests.Summary
Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, revealed during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing that his command is currently running a Bitcoin node. These operational tests focus on the cybersecurity potential of the Bitcoin protocol, specifically using proof-of-work to protect networks and increase costs for adversaries in cyberspace. Paparo framed Bitcoin as a tool for "power projection" rather than monetary policy, noting its value in a strategic environment increasingly focused on competition with China.
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