Bitcoin Policy UK

Could HMRC's proposed new powers put Bitcoin holders at greater risk of physical attack?

HMRC wants to expand its powers to demand information from crypto businesses, but UK tax software firm Recap warns that the draft definition could also capture businesses that never hold customer funds, including:

• Tax software providers
- Wallet manufacturers
- Block explorers

Once a name and home address are linked to a Bitcoin address, that connection can remain long after a tax inquiry has ended. If the information falls into the wrong hands, it could expose individuals to theft, extortion or physical attacks.

Read the full article on our blog.

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/hmrc%E2%80%99s-proposed-crypto-powers-could-raise-physical-security-risks

Bitcoin is not a generic cryptoasset. We’ve written to the FCA arguing that “same risk, same regulation” should work both ways.

Bitcoin has no issuer, no controlling company and no organisation that can change its supply or allocate tokens to insiders.

It is not asking for special treatment. It is asking to be regulated according to the risks it actually presents.

Read the full article and open letter:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-is-not-a-generic-cryptoasset-our-open-letter-to-the-fca

The risk is not the tax bill.

It is a home address tied to a history that never disappears.

Stablecoin rules aren't aimed at Bitcoin, but the wording can reach further than intended. The Banking Act framework behind the Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) joint stablecoin regime covers "digital settlement assets", a legal category that isn't limited to stablecoins.

In our response we asked both regulators to confirm the regime applies to identifiable firms, not to:

• open source protocols
• non custodial wallets
• node operators
• Lightning routing

We also asked how smaller issuers would be given enough time to meet the Bank’s rules. Read the full article and our submission:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bpuk-calls-for-a-clear-route-through-stablecoin-regulation

Labour conference is back in Liverpool.

Last year Bitcoin Policy UK turned up with orange umbrellas and a stand in the main exhibition hall.

We:

• Put Bitcoin on the conference floor
• Spoke to the FCA
• Put Bitcoin books into politicians’ hands*
• Took mining into the energy debate
• Asked Peter Kyle about the UK's bitcoin
• Spoke to MPs about UK Bitcoin policy

A year later, Bitcoin is being used on stage as a political punchline.

We’ll keep making sure the people writing the rules understand Bitcoin.

This was a huge team effort. Thank you to everyone who made it what it was.

• Lawrence Lepard's The Big Print and Jason Maier’s A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin . Thank you both.

H/t Russell Rukin for the umbrellas, booth and beautiful leaflets, Alex Glasse for filming and getting our very own “distracted boyfriend” moment and The Bitcoin IFA for spotting us on the news.

Still Locked Out of Banking

Bitcoin Policy UK has submitted evidence to the Crypto and Digital Assets APPG’s inquiry into banking access. We first raised blanket restrictions with the City Minister in September 2023, and the evidence gathered for this submission suggests the underlying problem has not been resolved.

Recent industry data shows roughly 40% of bank-to-exchange transfers in the UK are currently blocked or delayed, and around half of UK crypto and fintech firms have been rejected for a bank account or had one closed. Much of this restriction is applied at a sector-wide level rather than through individual risk assessment, which means Bitcoin activity is often caught by rules designed for very different, higher-risk products.

Our submission recommends that the government confirm FCA-registered Bitcoin activity shouldn’t be subject to blanket restriction, that banks give specific reasons and a route to appeal when they decline a payment, and that better data be published so progress can actually be tracked. France and Hong Kong both offer useful models for how this could work in practice.

Read the full article and see our submission:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-and-crypto-still-locked-out-of-banking

This is one of the costs of unsound money.

As government debt grows and old borrowing is refinanced at higher rates, more tax revenue is absorbed by interest payments, with a large share going to overseas investors.

Bitcoin offers a different monetary model with a fixed supply and no central authority able to expand it.

When debt interest costs more than entire government departments, the problem is bigger than bad budgeting. It is a monetary system built on ever-expanding debt.

Bitcoin offers a very different model:

• fixed supply
• predictable issuance
• reconnecting money to energy
• no central authority able to expand the supply

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Centralizatio Delenda Est.

“Carthago Delenda Est” was Cato the Elder’s repeated warning that Rome could never be secure while Carthage remained. Today, a different problem is emerging as more of our lives, communication and financial systems become concentrated in the hands of a small number of institutions.

Technology has brought extraordinary opportunities, alongside genuine concerns about manipulation, privacy, concentrated power and the erosion of human autonomy.

Responding to those risks with greater institutional control risks deepening the very concentration of power that created many of these concerns in the first place.

The printing press disrupted centuries of control over knowledge by allowing ideas to travel beyond traditional gatekeepers and giving individuals far greater ability to read, interpret and challenge what they were told.

Bitcoin brings a similar architecture to money, allowing people to verify an open protocol governed by transparent rules without relying entirely on a central institution.

Nostr extends that principle into communication, allowing identity and participation to exist beyond the control of a single platform, and together these technologies raise a much broader question about how many of the institutions we currently depend on could eventually be replaced, or at least challenged, by open protocols.

Institutions can increasingly be replaced by protocols.

Nature offers countless examples of complex systems that organise without a central command centre, from forests and ecosystems to biological networks where millions of interactions take place through distributed processes rather than top-down control.

Perhaps one of the defining questions of the 21st century will be how much centralised power remains necessary once technology gives us credible alternatives.

Bitcoin is an early and important demonstration that global coordination can take place through an open, decentralised protocol, and its significance may ultimately extend far beyond money.

Read the full article on our blog here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/“centralizatio-delenda-est”---centralization-must-be-destroyed

Two major events in the same week exposed a common weakness in how we think about digital security.

A flaw in a leading bitcoin hardware wallet contributed to the theft of approximately $38 million in bitcoin. Days later, Russia placed Telegram founder Pavel Durov on its wanted list, while renewed scrutiny focused on longstanding concerns over Telegram's privacy architecture and metadata exposure.

Although these stories appear unrelated, they highlight the same principle: users often place their trust in brands and marketing rather than independently verifiable security.

The article explores why transparency, open scrutiny and independent verification matter more than reputation alone. As AI accelerates both security research and the discovery of vulnerabilities, products can no longer be considered secure simply because they are widely trusted.

For policymakers, the lesson is equally important. Weakening encryption or introducing new surveillance capabilities does not create safer systems. Security and privacy are strongest when they can be independently verified, not simply promised.

Read the full article in our blog here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/a-38m-theft-a-global-manhunt-the-illusion-of-digital-safety

Humanitarian crowdfunding has transformed the ability to raise money quickly during war, natural disasters and political crises. Moving those funds to the people they were raised for, however, often remains the greatest challenge.

Our latest article examines how banking restrictions, sanctions and compliance requirements can leave recipients dependent on intermediaries, creating delays, disputes and additional risks at the very moment support is most urgently needed.

It also looks at how Bitcoin based crowdfunding platforms are taking a different approach. Rather than replacing trust, they are redesigning. It combines direct payments with transparent verification models that allow donors to make informed decisions while giving recipients greater control over the funds raised in their name.

Technology alone cannot solve humanitarian fundraising. Verification, accountability and transparency remain essential. Open payment networks may offer a more resilient financial infrastructure for people living through conflict, repression and humanitarian emergencies.

Read the full article in our blog here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/when-the-financial-system-can’t-reach-people-bitcoin-can

The UK Government's proposed ban on social media for under-16s is intended to protect children online, but it also raises significant questions about privacy, digital identity and the future of internet access.

Critics argue that requiring highly effective age verification could expand identity checks far beyond children, creating new surveillance infrastructure while leaving the underlying problems of addictive algorithms, harmful platform design and weak enforcement largely unchanged.

The real question is whether identity verification is the most effective way to protect children online, or whether policymakers should place greater responsibility on platforms to design safer products.

As Parliament considers the legislation, the challenge will be ensuring that efforts to improve child safety do not unintentionally redefine the internet into a space where identity verification becomes the norm for everyone.

Read the full article in our blog here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/uk%E2%80%99s-under-16-social-media-ban-risks-digital-id-expansion

English courts have recognised bitcoin as property. The next question is whether they will enforce contractual obligations by awarding bitcoin itself.

That issue was raised in Hussain v Fix, where the County Court was asked whether an alleged debt arising from a business agreement could be paid in BTC rather than sterling.

The case sits at the intersection of contract law, digital asset law and commercial reality. If parties agree that an obligation is denominated in bitcoin, should the courts enforce that agreement as written, or convert the claim into pounds at judgment?

The answer has significant implications for businesses using bitcoin in cross-border trade, treasury management and commercial settlements. It also raises broader questions about valuation, contractual intent and the practical consequences of recognising bitcoin as a form of property.

Our latest article explores the legal issues raised by the case and why this question is likely to return before the English courts.

Read the full article in our blog here.

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/english-court-asked-whether-a-debt-can-be-paid-in-bitcoin

Bitcoin and financial freedom were central themes at this year’s Oslo Freedom Forum, where human rights activists, developers and advocates gathered to discuss how technology can protect individual freedoms.

The conference highlighted real-world examples of Bitcoin being used by people facing censorship, financial exclusion and political repression.

From non-profits maintaining access to funds after their bank accounts were frozen to activists using Bitcoin to receive support across borders, the conference showed that financial access is increasingly inseparable from human rights.

The discussions also highlighted privacy, security and education. Bitcoin’s potential depends on people knowing how to use it safely.

As financial restrictions and debanking become more common, including in democratic societies, the ability to access a neutral, open financial network is becoming increasingly important.

Bitcoin is not controlled by any government, company or institution. It is a global tool that can help individuals and organisations preserve financial autonomy when traditional systems fail them.

Read the full article here: https://tinyurl.com/56u5me3e

Privacy is normal.

It is about freedom, control and the right to live without being constantly monitored.

Why does privacy matter if you have 'nothing to hide'?

We’ve updated the Bitcoin Policy UK Privacy Toolkit and released a new podcast episode to support it.

The episode explains why privacy is fundamental to the freedom to speak, transact and live online.

The toolkit sets out practical steps to protect your data, money and freedom online.

Podcast:

https://fountain.fm/episode/SBBQnxsA6HAIWnRgacWB

Updated Toolkit:

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/6dabfdf5-3f1d-4ff3-b97e-dea9a2fa395a/BPUK%20Privacy%20Toolkit%2020June2026.pdf

Digital authoritarianism is no longer a distant concept.

Around the world, governments and institutions are expanding digital surveillance through biometric systems, digital IDs, financial monitoring, internet shutdowns and increasingly restrictive online regulation. The question is no longer whether these tools exist, but how citizens continue to communicate, organize and transact when those systems can be used to control them.

Our latest Bitcoin Policy UK blog explores the emerging ecosystem of "freedom technology" that is providing practical alternatives.

We examine: 
• How Bitchat enables communication during internet shutdowns. 
• Why Citizen Lab's work exposing spyware has become essential for journalists, activists and dissidents. 
• How Cashu is restoring financial privacy through Chaumian ecash on Bitcoin. 
• Why Agora is building peer-to-peer humanitarian funding that cannot easily be censored. 
• How Bitcoin education helps activists use these tools safely through privacy, self-custody and peer-to-peer transactions.

Freedom technology is not simply about privacy. It is about resilience. It is about ensuring that communication, financial access and civic participation cannot be switched off by governments or institutions.

As more countries expand digital control, these technologies are becoming increasingly relevant - not just for those living under authoritarian regimes, but for anyone concerned about preserving individual liberty in the digital age.

Read the full article in our blog

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/how-freedom-tech-is-pushing-back-against-digital-authoritarianism

The UK says it wants innovation in digital payments, but current tax rules still treat everyday Bitcoin spending as a capital gains event.

Our response to HMRC argues that if stablecoins deserve lighter treatment as payment instruments, Bitcoin should not be excluded from the same logic.

The audio version is now live.

https://fountain.fm/episode/3JBYV0xdBP2msy5BsdCX

Bury St Edmunds is fast becoming the UK Bitcoin hub!

Local businesses in Bury accepted Bitcoin payments, and the historic Guildhall hosted debates plus a pop up sats market.

Great to see grassroots adoption actively sponsored by BHODL. Their CEO

shared his thoughts on his first visit to the town with Suffolk News.

“The

(BSEBTC) event itself ran like clockwork and struck a lovely balance between celebrating the town and discussing wider issues around saving and spending with Bitcoin.”

Bitcoin Policy UK Director

Violet Ward shared her perspective on the social impact:

“People can feel that the world is changing economically, politically and socially, and that’s why interest in Bitcoin and freedom technology is growing. Events like this matter because education, community and open discussion are going to be incredibly important in the years ahead.”

Thank you to the BSEBTC for delivering a fabulous event.

Full coverage from Suffolk News:

https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/enthusiasts-and-internationally-renowned-speakers-descend-on-9467912/

Happy Bitcoin Pizza Day!

On this day in 2010, Laszlo Hanyecz made history by sending 10,000 BTC for two pizzas.

This was the first real world Bitcoin transaction. What started as a pizza order became the moment Bitcoin proved its power as peer-to-peer money.

Today, the UK Bitcoin community is celebrating in style at The Pizza Day Thing in Bury St Edmunds, with artisan pizza, free bar, panel discussions, Lightning demos and local vendors accepting sats at the historic Guildhall.

A huge thanks to

for putting on such a brilliant event.

You can still get tickets here:

https://www.bsebtc.co.uk/event-details/the-pizza-day-thing

Hopefully see you in Bury!!

We have submitted our response to HMRC’s consultation on the taxation of stablecoins.

Our position is clear: if the government recognises that stablecoins used for payments deserve different tax treatment, the same principle should apply to Bitcoin when it is used to buy goods and services.

The current CGT system creates unnecessary complexity for consumers and businesses while generating very little meaningful revenue. Buying a coffee with Bitcoin should not require detailed tax calculations and reporting obligations.

We are calling for a usage-based exemption for cryptoasset payments, including Bitcoin, alongside a modern framework that supports innovation, economic growth, and digital payments infrastructure in the UK.

The UK has an opportunity to become a global leader in crypto payments policy. We should seize it.

Read more in our blog where you can find our consultation response

https://tinyurl.com/hdk6evan

The Privacy Toolkit: Simple Steps to Protect Your Freedom

Privacy is often misunderstood as something only “suspicious” people care about. In reality, it is one of the foundations of personal freedom in a digital society.

Every online search, card payment, app download, and social media interaction contributes to a growing profile about who we are, what we believe, and how we live.

That data can be sold, leaked, misused, or weaponised, and increasingly, it is.

That’s why we’ve published a new Privacy Toolkit at Bitcoin Policy UK.

The guide is designed to be practical, simple, and accessible for everyone, from complete beginners to those seeking stronger digital self-sovereignty. It covers: 
• Password security and 2FA
• Privacy-focused browsers and email
• Secure messaging and VPNs
• Bitcoin and financial privacy
• Decentralised social media
• Tools to reduce surveillance and data exposure

You don’t need to become a “ghost” online. But small steps can make a significant difference.

Privacy is not about hiding wrongdoing. It is about maintaining the freedom to speak, think, and transact without unnecessary surveillance.

Access the Privacy Toolkit here: https://tinyurl.com/37x5s9d8 

The Bank Of England is considering restrictions on self hosted wallets in the UK.

“These proposals risk expanding data collection, eroding privacy, increasing costs, adding friction, and limiting access through banks and intermediaries.” -

“This would be of such monumental, such overweening, stupidity, that it is hard to formulate a sensible response.” -

The UK cannot become a leading digital assets hub while thinking self custody is a bug to fix.

You cannot stop people from controlling their own private keys.

Good piece from Cointelegraph covering the growing backlash to these proposals.

H/t to Aaron wood.

Full article:

https://cointelegraph.com/features/stablecoin-industry-opposes-bank-of-englands-unhosted-wallet-ban

The Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas is the world’s largest gathering of bitcoiners bringing together builders, thinkers, and believers to focus on innovation, financial freedom and the adoption of sound money. It also showed the global struggle for digital sovereignty, rising government overreach, expanding KYC requirements, and the crossroads we now face between institutionalisation and free, neutral money.

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/from-vegas-to-westminster-what-bitcoin-2026-means-for-the-uk

Understanding Bitcoin Easily - Introducing our Learn Bitcoin Basics

At Bitcoin Policy UK, our mission is to support informed, balanced, and forward-looking discussion around Bitcoin and its role in the UK economy.

We believe that better policy starts with better understanding.

That’s why we’ve launched a new “Learn” section on our website — a dedicated space designed to explain Bitcoin clearly, accessibly, and without unnecessary jargon. Bitcoin is often discussed in complex or polarising terms, but at its core it is simply a new form of money. One that operates without a central authority and is governed by transparent, verifiable rules.

Our new section covers: 
 • What Bitcoin is and how it works
 • The role of decentralisation and the blockchain
 • Why its supply is limited
 • How ownership and transactions function

Whether you are new to Bitcoin or looking to deepen your understanding, this is a clear starting point.

Start here:  https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/bitcoin-basics-1

Cuba’s Blackout Reveals Grid Flaws Bitcoin May Fix

Cuba’s recent nationwide blackout highlights a critical weakness in modern energy systems: centralization.

When a single power plant failure can remove over half a country’s electricity supply, the consequences are immediate: disrupted healthcare, food shortages, and economic paralysis.

But this isn’t just about Cuba. It’s a global infrastructure challenge.

A more resilient model is emerging: 
• Distributed renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro) 
• Local microgrids that operate independently 
• Flexible demand from Bitcoin mining to stabilize supply

This combination doesn’t just prevent failure, it creates economic viability for renewable projects in regions where traditional grids fall short.

Energy resilience, like financial resilience, is increasingly about removing single points of failure.

Read the full blog on our website:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/cuba’s-blackout-reveals-grid-flaws-bitcoin-may-fix

10,000 BTC for two pizzas in 2010.

That single spend kicked off the biggest debate in bitcoin:

Can bitcoin only be a store of value, or must it also become real money we use every day?

and

will be debating this on Pizza Day in Bury St Edmunds. See you there 22 May.

Who's coming? Drop a comment below.

Tickets are available here:

https://www.bsebtc.co.uk/event-details/the-pizza-day-thing

How Regulation And Data Collection Are Creating Physical Security Risks

New analysis highlights an emerging challenge at the intersection of regulation, data collection and personal security in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Bitcoin transactions are transparent by design and operate under pseudonymity. However, as identity-linked datasets grow through regulatory reporting requirements, KYC frameworks and repeated data breaches, that transparency can become a physical security risk for individuals.

Research examining 309 publicly documented crypto-targeted physical attacks between 2014 and early 2026 shows a sharp escalation:

• 76 attacks recorded globally in 2025, a 77% increase from 2024 
 • Nearly half involved confirmed torture or physical violence 
 • Weapons were involved in over 50% of cases

Many incidents involve coercion to obtain private keys or force transactions, often referred to as “wrench attacks”.

At a policy level, this highlights an uncomfortable tension: measures intended to increase financial oversight can also centralise highly sensitive identity and wealth data, potentially creating new vulnerabilities.

As discussions around crypto regulation continue globally, it is increasingly important to consider how data aggregation and irreversible digital assets interact with real-world security risks.

Our latest article explores this emerging threat:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/how-regs-and-data-collection-are-creating-physical-security-risk

Digital ID and Surveillance Systems: Why the UK Should Think Twice

The UK government’s consultation on digital identity presents the proposal as a modernisation effort designed to make public services easier to access.

But the implications may be far broader.

In a detailed consultation response submitted by

, Chief Policy Officer at Bitcoin Policy UK, the organisation warns that the architecture being proposed could become one of the most significant expansions of state surveillance infrastructure in modern British history.

The proposed framework would link identity verification, biometric data and access to government services into a single system that could eventually become the primary gateway for interacting with the state.

While framed as voluntary and convenient, history shows that administrative systems often become unavoidable through practical necessity once embedded into everyday processes such as employment verification and access to services.

The consultation also raises broader concerns around:

• Data security risks associated with large identity databases 
 • The potential for function creep and expanded surveillance 
 • Digital exclusion for vulnerable populations 
 • The existence of privacy-preserving alternatives

As digital identity systems are debated around the world, it is essential that policymakers carefully consider the long-term consequences of the infrastructure being created.

Our latest blog explores the issue in detail and outlines why this debate is ultimately not just technological, but fundamental to British values:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/digital-id-convenient-or-surveillance-why-uk-should-think-twice

Antidote: Building the Home for Bitcoin Entrepreneurs in London and the UK

London’s Bitcoin ecosystem continues to grow, and this week was a great example of that momentum.

Our strategic partner Antidote, London’s first startup hub dedicated entirely to Bitcoin entrepreneurs, hosted the latest Women of Bitcoin Meetup, bringing together the Bitcoin community and a live Mining panel as part of its Virtual Summit. The panel was chaired by our CEO, Susie Violet Ward, who moderated a discussion with industry experts.

Launched in 2025 with £2.5 million in funding from Fulgur Ventures, Initial Capital and private angel investors, Antidote was created to support the next generation of Bitcoin startups building in the UK.

The hub provides early-stage founders with: • Free office space for six months
• Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
• Access to investors, legal experts and key networks

This week also marked the announcement of Antidote’s first accelerator cohort, featuring startups building across AI, privacy and payments on Bitcoin.

Alongside supporting startups, Antidote has quickly become one of London’s most active centres for Bitcoin events, bringing together entrepreneurs, developers and policymakers.

At Bitcoin Policy UK we’re proud to partner with initiatives that strengthen the UK’s Bitcoin ecosystem and support the builders shaping its future.

Read the full article here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/antidote-building-the-home-for-bitcoin-entrepreneurs-in-london

Bitcoin Policy UK 2026 Manifesto Is Sent to All MPs Following The FCA Cryptoassets Consultation Paper

On 1 March 2026, Bitcoin Policy UK formally delivered its 2026 Bitcoin Policy Manifesto to all 650 Members of Parliament, following the FCA’s CP25/40 consultation.

2025 marked significant progress, including Bitcoin’s recognition as property under the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Act 2025. That legal clarity was a landmark step.

However, regulatory frameworks still risk collapsing bitcoin into a broad “cryptoassets” category, applying uniform assumptions that fail to reflect structural differences between bitcoin-focused firms and token-based ventures.

In a recent discussion with Cointelegraph, CEO Susie Violet Ward noted:

“Prolonged rulemaking, overlapping regimes and compliance costs that are high relative to market size are discouraging firms from building in the UK.”

The 2026 Manifesto outlines four priority reforms:

• Remove restrictive rules
• Reverse the ban on retail access to spot Bitcoin ETFs
• Introduce capital gains tax exemptions for de minimis transactions
• Simplify tax and support investment in the UK Bitcoin ecosystem

This is ultimately about economic modelling and competitiveness. Capital in this sector is globally portable. Regulatory clarity matters.

2026 will be a defining year for UK digital asset policy.

Read the full press release here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bpuk-2026-manifesto-is-sent-to-all-mps-following-fca-consultation

"Capital goes where it is welcome and stays where it is well treated."

Our CEO

Violet Ward will be speaking at CheatCode's ‘The Great Realignment’ on Friday 27 March 2026.

Join the discussion: 20% off tickets with code BTCPOLICY!

Who's coming?

cheatcode.co.uk

The UK talks about becoming a global digital asset hub while bitcoin businesses continue scaling elsewhere. Gemini’s departure reflects structural reality, not execution friction.

The problem is structural misunderstanding rather than regulatory speed.

By categorising everything as “crypto” under a same risk same regulation framework, UK policy fails to distinguish bitcoin companies from token based ventures. These models differ materially. Many bitcoin businesses:

• Operate long-term treasury strategies
• Hold reserves in bitcoin
• Rely less on cyclical fundraising
• Maintain globally portable capital

This changes their cost of capital, risk profile, and sensitivity to jurisdiction. When compliance burdens are high relative to opportunity, and regulatory transition remains uncertain, mobile capital reallocates.

As global institutions increasingly treat bitcoin as infrastructure rather than speculation, mispricing this distinction risks weakening the UK’s competitive position.  The question is no longer whether bitcoin businesses will adapt.

It is whether policymakers will engage with the structural shift underway.

From 26 - 29 March 2026, CheatCode Conference returns under the theme “The Great Realignment,” examining how bitcoin is reshaping capital markets, energy systems, and business models. Susie Violet Ward will be speaking on these themes and the widening gap between bitcoin business models and legacy regulatory assumptions. Readers can receive an exclusive 20% discount on tickets using code BTCPOLICY on the CheatCode website.

Read the full article here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/why-the-uk-keeps-misunderstanding-bitcoin-businesses

In this episode of ‘On The Record’, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK’s response to the FCA’s Consultation Paper CP25/40 on regulating cryptoasset activities (submitted 29 Jan 2026).

BPUK’s submission stresses a vital distinction: Bitcoin is not interchangeable with issuer-driven “cryptoassets.”

https://fountain.fm/episode/jyZRlVKUMbYORmCxs0T7

We’ve submitted our response to the FCA’s crypto consultation (CP25/40).

Crypto is not one thing. A meme coin is not an NFT, or a stablecoin or Bitcoin. Treating them all the same leads to bad regulation, higher consumer harm, and lost UK competitiveness.

Regulate intermediaries with custody and control,  not open-source infrastructure.

Bitcoin is issuer-less, globally liquid, and fundamentally different. UK regulation must reflect that reality.

Learn more here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/why-the-fca%E2%80%99s-crypto-framework-risks-failing-consumers-and-the-uk

“Same risk, same regulation only works if you understand the risk.”

A thoughtful discussion at the London Business School on whether the UK’s approach to digital assets is helping or hindering its ability to compete for capital and talent.

Bitcoin ≠ “crypto” and regulation should reflect that.

Treating all digital assets as one category flattens real differences in risk, governance, and structure. A decentralised monetary network is not the same as an issuer-led token.

Good regulation starts with accurate classification.

Read more here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/why-bitcoin-shouldnt-be-regulated-like-crypto

Bitcoin Policy UK is entering a consolidation phase.

After three years of evidence-based Bitcoin policy engagement, BPUK will scale back to a maintenance only core due to a lack of sustainable industry funding.

Our mission remains unchanged, and our work will stay publicly available.

Read the full statement:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-policy-uk-enters-consolidation-phase

Bitcoin Policy UK is entering a consolidation phase.

This means scaling back to a minimal, maintenance-only operation, keeping our research, website, and communications active, to ensure continuity of our work supporting evidence-based Bitcoin policy in the UK.

Our mission hasn’t changed. This is about sustainability, responsibility, and preserving what’s been built so far.

Thank you to everyone who has supported BPUK along the way.

Read our CEO statement here: https://tinyurl.com/4h5vfz86

Have you subscribed to our podcast yet?

“On the Record” is available wherever you get your content.

Follow us on

here:

https://fountain.fm/show/BjN75IqanE2DpwJUxG76

In our latest episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK's response to the Bank of England and HM Treasury on the Digital Pound, originally published on 31 May 2023.

This paper sets out why a retail CBDC represents a fundamental shift in the relationship between citizens and the state, raising serious concerns around privacy, financial surveillance, programmability, and democratic oversight.

Our CEO

will be speaking on the regulation panel at the London Blockchain Summit 2026! 

Panel: "Can the UK Still Win? Regulation, Capital, and the Reality of Competing as a Blockchain Hub"

We will discuss UK competitiveness vs. global peers, regulatory frictions pushing firms offshore, capital deployment blockers for institutions, and the key policy levers needed to make the UK an innovation hub. 

Come along if you're in London.

Tickets:

https://clubs.london.edu/Blockchain/rsvp_boot

The UK is wasting billions curtailing renewable energy, paying wind farms to switch off while burning fossil fuels to balance the grid.

Bitcoin mining is the only flexible, scalable “buyer of last resort” that can absorb surplus renewables instantly and stabilise the grid.

If the UK wants a real green transition, it can’t ignore Bitcoin mining. 

Read more here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/why-the-uk-cannot-have-a-green-energy-transition-without-bitcoin

Shaping Bitcoin’s Future in the UK: Our Policy Goals for 2026

Bitcoin has reached a turning point in the UK. With formal recognition as property now in place, 2026 will be a defining year for how Bitcoin is treated by policymakers, regulators, and institutions.

At Bitcoin Policy UK, our goals for the year ahead include advancing key policy reforms, launching a Tax Working Group, and demonstrating sustainable mining innovations in the UK.

This work is only possible with community support. If you believe the UK should be a place where Bitcoin can thrive responsibly, we invite you to read our full 2026 goals and consider supporting our mission:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/shaping-bitcoins-future-in-the-uk-our-policy-goals-for-2026

On 3 January 2009, the Bitcoin network launched with the mining of its first block, known as the Genesis Block.

Embedded in that block was a headline from The Times newspaper:

“Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks.”

The message permanently anchors Bitcoin’s origin to the global financial crisis and the policy responses of that period.

Seventeen years on, it still operates under the same core rules.

Happy Genesis Day.

Bitcoin Policy UK 2025: a year of real progress.

Thanks to our members and supporters, Bitcoin is now formally recognised as property under UK law, a major step for legal clarity, innovation, and adoption.

From policy papers to Parliament, events to engagement, we moved the dial.

In 2026: we build momentum.

Read our CEO’s full year-in-review letter here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/letter-from-our-ceo---2025-review-of-bitcoin-policy-in-the-uk

When it comes to Bitcoin, Africa isn’t waiting, it’s leading.

At the African Bitcoin Conference, builders showed how Bitcoin is solving real problems: high remittance fees, broken currencies, limited banking access, and energy gaps.

From education to microgrids to circular economies, Africa is using Bitcoin to build real financial freedom.

Read more in our latest blog:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/africa-turns-to-bitcoin-for-real-financial-solutions

The African Bitcoin Conference showed that you don’t need to wait for permission.

Real world adoption, energy innovation and policy coordination are accelerating across the continent.

Africa is building the future.

It was an honour for

and

to represent Bitcoin Policy UK and be part of these conversations.

You can read more about the projects we saw here:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2025/12/05/africa-turns-to-bitcoin-for-real-financial-solutions/

Bitcoin is Property

The UK has officially recognised Bitcoin and other digital assets as a new category of personal property under the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Act 2025.

This is a major step forward for legal clarity, investor confidence and innovation.

We are proud that our work at Bitcoin Policy UK has helped drive progress. We’ll continue advocating for fair tax rules and clear regulation in 2026.

Read more in our latest blog:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-is-officially-property-under-uk%E2%80%99s-new-property-act-2025

Bitcoin is Property: It's Official Under The UK's Digital Assets Act 2025

The UK has enacted the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Act 2025, formally recognising digital assets, including Bitcoin and crypto, as a new category of property.

This act, which received Royal Assent from King Charles III and came into force yesterday, introduces a "third category" of personal property beyond traditional things (like physical objects) and claims (like debts or intellectual property). This third type of personal property is digital assets, a class that includes Bitcoin, crypto, NFTs, and other tokenised digital items. This provides legal clarity, enabling better consumer protection against theft, fraud, or disputes in insolvency cases. It also strengthens the foundations for institutional adoption and future innovation across the UK’s digital asset landscape by providing a clear legal basis for ownership and transfer.

Bitcoin Policy UK has long championed legal clarity for digital assets, and this milestone reflects the impact of our advocacy, helping drive real, legislative progress in the UK.

We remain committed to shaping the next wave of smart, fair regulation.

Our CEO Susie Violet Ward and our Chief Policy Officer Freddie New will be speaking at the Africa Bitcoin Conference in Mauritius.

We are looking forward to joining builders and advocates from across the continent pushing Bitcoin forward.

will be speaking on Bitcoin and Defending Monetary Freedom.

will be speaking on The Dangers of CBDCs.

For more details: https://afrobitcoin.org

You cannot hold real Bitcoin in an ISA, but you can now gain price exposure tax-free via Bitcoin ETPs.

Our blog explains the options available, key providers, risks vs real Bitcoin, and the shifting regulatory position in the UK.

A must-read for anyone navigating tax-efficient Bitcoin exposure.

Learn more:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-tax-free-how-to-hold-bitcoin-in-a-stocks-shares-isa

Spotlight: Cartwright - The First UK Pension Fund To Invest in Bitcoin

Bitcoin Policy UK is proud to highlight one of our long-standing strategic partners, Cartwright, a pioneering British pension specialist delivering bespoke financial services since 1986.

In a landmark move for the UK pensions sector, Cartwright advised the nation’s first pension fund to allocate 3% of its £50 million portfolio directly into Bitcoin, not through spot ETFs, but via direct ownership.

This groundbreaking allocation followed a rigorous due diligence process, including extensive reviews of ESG considerations, the investment case, and security and custody standards.

Cartwright’s forward-thinking approach demonstrates how traditional financial institutions can apply robust governance, research-led analysis, and risk management to embrace innovative asset classes. Their work sets an important precedent for how UK pension schemes can consider Bitcoin in a responsible and strategic way.

We are proud to work alongside organisations like Cartwright who are shaping the future of pensions and helping position the UK as a global leader in responsible Bitcoin adoption.

More on:

https://pensiontrusts.cartwright.co.uk/

partners with Vodafone to power the future of global payments

In a world where digital currencies are redefining finance, Musqet - a UK-based Bitcoin-native payments company - has joined forces with Vodafone to make in-store and online payments faster, safer, and truly borderless.

Through Vodafone’s IoT technology, Musqet’s integrated payment terminals can connect securely anywhere in the world, supporting debit, credit, contactless, Bitcoin, and stablecoin payments, all in one simple device.

This partnership isn’t just about technology; it’s about financial inclusion and empowerment. Businesses can now serve customers seamlessly, with greater control over funds and access to global markets.

Read more about how Musqet and Vodafone are shaping the future of money: https://musqet.tech/

Have you subscribed to our Substack?

Our latest piece is all about:

Bitfest 2025: A Three-Day Celebration of Bitcoin and Creativity in Manchester.

Follow the link below to read in full.

https://bitcoinpolicyuk.substack.com/p/bitfest-2025-a-three-day-celebration

Our CEO

visited Chatham House to speak to the Texas Bankers Association about the UK, Bitcoin and the future of payments.

We discussed how Texas is using Bitcoin mining to stabilise renewable grids and how the UK continues to fall behind with broken tax treatment and unclear regulation.

The panel also touched on Visa’s plans for programmable money and ‘trusted and controlled’ payments, offering an interesting contrast in how different visions for the future of money are being built.

We need to keep the UK focused on innovation, competitiveness and economic resilience.

Looking forward to having more conversations like this.

We’re excited to share that our CEO and co-founder

Violet Ward will be speaking at

.

Susie will join panels discussing:

• Bitcoin education in the UK
• Bitcoin in the media
• Bank surveillance and the Online Safety Bill
• Mobilising UK Bitcoin communities

It’s going to be an incredible few days of ideas, collaboration and conversation about Bitcoin’s role in the UK’s future.

Location: Pendulum Hotel, Manchester

Date:
21–23 November 2025

www.bitfest.uk

was at Chatham House this afternoon for a roundtable with Texas banking CEOs, Visa, and UK industry leaders where they discussed bitcoin, stablecoins, and the future of payments.

Taking Control: Bitcoin Self-Custody and the Future of Financial Sovereignty

In a world where financial systems can freeze, fail, or censor, Bitcoin offers something revolutionary: true ownership.

Self-custody means holding your own Bitcoin keys and managing your money independently, without relying on third parties. It’s a step toward personal financial sovereignty with great power and equal responsibility.

Our latest article explores:

What Bitcoin self-custody really means

The benefits and risks of managing your own assets

How to get started safely

The new generation of secure tools like the Trezor Safe 7, built for transparency and quantum resilience.

Read the full article:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-self-custody-taking-control-of-your-financial-future

Bitcoin Policy UK Partners with Antidote to Strengthen the UK’s Bitcoin Ecosystem

We’re delighted to announce a new strategic partnership between Bitcoin Policy UK - the UK’s Bitcoin advocacy organisation - and Antidote, London’s first startup hub dedicated entirely to Bitcoin founders.

This collaboration bridges policy and innovation, helping connect the builders shaping Bitcoin’s future with the policymakers designing its framework.

Under the new MOU:

1. Bitcoin Policy UK will provide Antidote and its members with expert policy and regulatory guidance.

2. Antidote will host Bitcoin Policy UK at its central London workspace, creating opportunities for collaboration and education.

3. Together, we’ll co-host events and initiatives to strengthen the UK’s role as a global hub for Bitcoin innovation.

As our CEO

said: “This partnership connects the builders shaping the industry with the policymakers designing its framework - an important step toward a stronger UK economy.”

Read the full announcement:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bpuk-antidote-partner-to-strengthen-the-uk%E2%80%99s-bitcoin-ecosystem

Bitcoin for the UK: Our Briefing for the House of Lords

If you've ever wondered why Bitcoin keeps making headlines - or why it’s more than just “internet money” - our new briefing paper for the House of Lords explains why.

Bitcoin is a strategic opportunity for the UK: a secure, decentralised monetary network that supports innovation, energy resilience, and even humanitarian efforts worldwide. But right now, UK policy is holding that potential back.

The current “one-size-fits-all” approach treats Bitcoin like every other speculative crypto token - discouraging responsible innovation while pushing people toward offshore, unregulated markets.

We’ve outlined 4 practical policy fixes to change that:

-Create a separate regulatory category for Bitcoin

-Simplify taxation on small transactions

-Allow access to regulated Bitcoin ETFs

-Stop debanking legitimate businesses

With proportionate regulation, the UK can unlock innovation, protect consumers, and strengthen its position as a global financial leader.

Learn more here:

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-for-the-uk-our-briefing-paper-for-the-house-of-lords

A Balanced Approach to AML and Innovation

BPUK fully supports the UK’s commitment to robust anti–money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) standards. However, as we note in our response, regulation must remain proportionate, risk-based, and clearly scoped to avoid stifling legitimate businesses and innovation.

We emphasise four key principles:

Proportionate and evidence-based: Target AML efforts where real risks exist.

Clear scope: Exclude open-source developers, miners, and non-custodial wallet providers who cannot perform AML functions.

Respect for privacy and safety: Avoid linking personal data with Bitcoin addresses, which could expose individuals to risk.

Support for UK competitiveness: Ensure that regulatory clarity encourages investment, rather than driving it offshore. Key Recommendations Clarify the definition of “cryptoasset business.”

The scope should cover only exchanges and custodial wallet providers, explicitly excluding non-custodial wallet developers and network participants such as node operators and miners.

Limit counterparty due diligence to hosted services.

Requirements for customer due diligence should apply only to interactions between regulated providers, not to self-hosted wallets, which cannot comply as a matter of design.

Protect privacy in information sharing.

Bitcoin’s transparency requires careful handling of data.

Personally identifiable information should never be unnecessarily linked to wallet addresses or shared across multiple authorities without strong safeguards.

Clarify registration and control rules. “Fit and proper” tests and change-in-control requirements should apply only to businesses offering custodial or intermediary services, not to developers or users of open-source tools.

Set realistic thresholds.

Proposed low-value thresholds for due diligence and reporting should be adjusted to avoid burdening small, low-risk transactions and reviewed regularly to remain proportionate.

Our Position

Bitcoin represents a transformative technology with the potential to enhance financial inclusion, transparency, and economic resilience. The UK has a historic opportunity to lead, but only if regulation is clear, fair, and supportive of innovation.

We call on HM Treasury, the FCA, and other stakeholders to work closely with industry experts to develop a balanced, evidence-based framework that protects consumers without undermining growth.

We also urge policymakers to follow the examples set by the EU’s MiCA and AML frameworks, which explicitly protect non-custodial innovation.

We believe this approach will strengthen the UK’s reputation as a forward-thinking, tech-positive jurisdiction.

Bitcoin Policy UK stands ready to assist regulators and lawmakers with technical insight, industry engagement, and constructive dialogue to ensure the UK achieves this balance.

See our full response here:

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/d9b5d6c9-e147-4695-b3ce-0bf78235909f/test.pdf

The Bitcoin Policy UK Podcast is live.

Our new podcast is a space for open, informed conversations on Bitcoin, policy, education, and innovation - and how each of these can shape the UK’s economic future.

Episode 1 is out today. Our co-founders

(CEO) and

(Chief Policy Officer) join co-hosts Harley Echlin and Kaitlyn Prince to discuss:

What Bitcoin is - and what it isn’t

How Bitcoin differs from crypto and stablecoins

Why clear and fair regulation matters for the UK

The mission of Bitcoin Policy UK and its role in national innovation

This is just the beginning.

Join the conversation and listen to the full episode here:

Episode 1 of our podcast is released tomorrow. Here’s what’s coming up:

Co-founder

discusses bringing TradFi rules that aren't working to Bitcoin as they can put Bitcoin holders at risk:

Co-founder

explains how Bitcoin can be used both for cross-border micropayments and as store of value:

“Bitcoin can’t be stopped.”

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A new episode of The Bitcoin Policy UK podcast will be released on Friday but you can watch a short clip now:

The Bitcoin Policy UK Podcast launches this Friday.

Watch the trailer with co-founder and CEO

now:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ct51PVZq1w

The Bitcoin Policy UK Podcast has launched.

Our first episode features co-founders

and

on Bitcoin, our mission and the UK’s economic future.

Trailer out now, full episode on Friday, 10th October.

Listen here: youtu.be/38jwZx8LW94

The only orange thing the Labour Party couldn’t ignore this week!

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We’ve sent an open letter to Lucy Rigby, urging HM Treasury to seize the UK’s first-mover advantage in Bitcoin.

With 61,000+ BTC already held by the UK, smart policy could unlock jobs, innovation, and lower energy costs.

Full letter on our website: tinyurl.com/4rstdjsw

Our team were out speaking with energy providers such as National Grid and Windward Energy Group about how the combination of #BitcoinMining and renewables is a perfect fit for the UK energy market.

#Labour25 #Bitcoin

We had a positive discussion with Metlen Energy & Metals today.

We discussed how #Bitcoin mining can help lower energy costs and boost the profitability of renewables for the UK.

We're exploring practical ways to power innovation and financial inclusion.

#Labour25

The FCA stopped by our stand at #LabourConference and said, “I don’t think we are that far apart.”

We discussed regulation, demoed #Bitcoin’s use as peer-to-peer money via the Lightning Network ⚡, and even shared

‘s book, The Big Print 📚

#FCA #FixTheMoney

📰 Great to welcome The Times to our stand at #LabourConference!

We talked through the history of #Bitcoin and the famous Genesis Block, where it all began ⚡📜

#Labour25 #Fixthemoney

Jonathan Reynolds MP stopped by the Bitcoin Policy UK stand at #LabourConference today 🙌

We shared our work on how #Bitcoin can support UK innovation, energy, and financial inclusion!

His biggest takeaway were the amazing books from

and

Lepard 📚

#Labour25 #fixthemoney

Bitcoin Policy UK has sent an open letter to Economic Secretary to the Treasury Lucy Rigby ahead of Labour Conference, following our 5 September invitation to meet at our stand.

We explain why the UK’s position as the third largest sovereign holder of bitcoin cannot be ignored.

Bitcoin Policy UK is featured in the Labour Party Annual Conference 2025 guide.

With 61,250 bitcoin held by the UK government, it’s vital that policymakers understand Bitcoin’s role in supporting freedom, innovation, and green energy.

Please join us in welcoming Sami Shams to the BPUK team as our new Website Coordinator at BPUK!

Sami brings finance and computer science expertise and a strong commitment to our mission.

We’re proud to have Sami in our team and strongly to our mission to advocate for Bitcoin in the UK.

‪Read the announcement in full:‬

‪https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/countdown-to-the-labour-party-conference-2025-two-weeks-to-go‬

Countdown to the Labour Party Annual Conference 2025: just two weeks to go.

From 28 September to 1 October, policymakers, industry leaders, and delegates will gather in Liverpool for a pivotal event. For Bitcoin Policy UK, this is an opportunity to engage directly with MPs and provide evidence-based insights into how Bitcoin can strengthen the UK economy.

We will highlight the real-world impact of missed opportunities. For example, the UK currently pays wind farms £1 billion a year to switch off turbines when the grid cannot handle excess power, while companies in Texas use surplus renewable energy to mine Bitcoin. The UK could do the same, turning waste into wealth.

Our advocacy focuses on three priorities:

A clear regulatory framework that supports businesses and encourages innovation

Better education for policymakers on Bitcoin and its unique role

Progressive policies that leverage renewable resources and unlock new opportunities

We invite all attendees to visit Stand B4 in the main exhibition hall to join these important conversations.

Mark your calendars and engage in the conversation!

The UK's crypto landscape. That was the discussion last night at Bitget's Elites Crypto Days held in London and attended by Bitcoin Policy UK’s CEO,

.

Takeaways:

UK is losing crypto firms fast due to uncertainty and high compliance costs

Policymakers lack understanding of the difference between Bitcoin and crypto, leading to poor regulation

Other nations, like the UAE and Singapore with clear rules, are reaping the rewards

The UK is missing over £1bn annually in economic benefits Bitcoin Policy UK continues to make education and regulatory clarity our top priorities

Bitcoin Policy UK Invites Labour MPs to Discuss Bitcoin during Annual Conference 2025

We are pleased to announce that Bitcoin Policy UK has formally invited Labour Party MPs to meet with us at the upcoming Labour Party Annual Conference in Liverpool.

📍 You’ll find us at Stand B4 in the main exhibition hall.

Our goal: to provide clear, evidence-based insights into the opportunities and challenges of Bitcoin, and to explain why Bitcoin deserves a distinct regulatory approach - separate from “crypto.”

Key topics we’ll cover: 🔹 The distinction between Bitcoin and crypto 🔹 What Bitcoin is (and isn’t) 🔹 Real-world impact on UK businesses & consumers 🔹 Policy priorities for UK innovation & competitiveness

We look forward to engaging with policymakers and shaping the conversation around the UK’s economic future.

Raising Bitcoin Awareness in the UK Parliament

Bitcoin Policy UK is excited to announce our participation at the Labour Party Annual Conference 2025, taking place 28 Sept – 1 Oct at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool.

This is a vital opportunity to: ✔️ Engage directly with MPs & policymakers ✔️ Share insights on Bitcoin’s potential for UK economic growth & innovation ✔️ Ensure decision-makers are informed about the opportunities and challenges of Bitcoin

We’ll be at Stand B4 in the main exhibition hall - come meet us!

To support our mission of educating UK policymakers and accelerating Bitcoin adoption, contribute to our Geyser Fund project here: https://geyser.fund/project/orangepillukparliament

Together, we can ensure the UK is ready to harness the potential of Bitcoin.

Policy is being shaped now — will your voice be heard?

Our Bitcoin Policy UK app empowers you to contact your MP about four pressing Bitcoin issues, quickly and effectively.

In just minutes you can: 📍 Find your MP 📝 Choose your issue 📤 Send your letter

This is how we build a better future for Bitcoin in the UK.

Act now: https://bpuk.netlify.app/

Bitcoin Mining and the UK Power Grid: A Win-Win for Clean Energy?

Could the very technology once criticised for its energy use now help balance the grid, lower energy costs, and accelerate the UK’s green ambitions.

In this episode of On the Record, we present an audio version of a paper by our Chief Mining Officer, Nick Bowick, that reimagines bitcoin mining as a key tool in Britain’s transition to clean energy.

Listen now by on

:

https://fountain.fm/episode/P5JbOt9BxWVLC16RnUh6

Listen to our audio response to HMRC’s DeFi tax consultation, focusing on crypto lending and staking. It advocates for a clear, simple approach to avoid stifling innovation or losing talent, and distinguishing Bitcoin from other digital assets.

https://fountain.fm/episode/NI0LnPwPzueq5TbZubbJ

The original policy paper, written by

, can be read here:

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/f032002b-9378-4064-9991-9425ad14b266/Bitcoin%20Policy%20UK%20Taxation%20of%20Decentralised%20Fi.pdf

📢 The UK’s approach to Bitcoin is at a crossroads.

Decisions on regulation, taxation, and innovation are being shaped in Westminster. Now is the time for the Bitcoin community to engage constructively.

Bitcoin Policy UK has developed a new app that makes it simple for any UK resident to find their local MP’s details instantly

Select one of 4 key Bitcoin policy issues:

1️⃣ Opposition to CBDCs 2️⃣ Bitcoin Tax Treatment 3️⃣ FCA Classification of Bitcoin 4️⃣ A UK Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Send a ready-made, professionally written letter in just a few clicks.

Every message matters. MPs need to hear from their constituents to understand why Bitcoin is vital for innovation, economic growth, and financial freedom.

✅ Take action today:

https://bpuk.netlify.app/

Do you subscribe to our Substack?

Our latest piece is now live:

https://bitcoinpolicyuk.substack.com/p/theatre-on-brink-of-second-production

Not long to go until

and

head to Baltic Honeybadger 2025!

We want to shape a better future for the UK with bitcoin.

Read more details in our manifesto:

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/f7294799-86fa-4598-ad0b-a78554590c27/Bitcoin%20Policy%20UK%20Manifesto%202025.pdf

In light of recent speculation that the Labour Party may consider liquidating the UK's Bitcoin reserves of 61,250 bitcoins, we are eager to engage with Labour MPs and influential figures to present a more strategic approach to managing this valuable asset.

Our presence at the conference provides a unique opportunity to discuss the potential benefits of holding and strategically managing Bitcoin reserves. We believe that Bitcoin should be viewed as a strategic financial opportunity rather than a liability to be sold. At Stand B4 in the main exhibition hall, we will be available to engage in dialogue with policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders. Our goal is to highlight how Bitcoin can serve as a hedge against inflation, a store of value, and a catalyst for economic innovation.

Join us in advocating for a smarter approach to Bitcoin management. Your support and donations to our Geyser fund are crucial in helping us continue our mission.

Together, we can ensure that the UK's Bitcoin reserves are utilized as a strategic asset for economic growth and innovation. Donate to our

here:

https://geyser.fund/project/orangepillukparliament

📣 Exciting news! Bitcoin Policy UK is heading to the Labour Party Annual Conference 2025!

🗓️ 28 Sept - 1 Oct 📍 Exhibition Centre Liverpool 🏢 Stand B4

Join us to explore the world of Bitcoin, learn about its green energy impact, and discover how it empowers communities. Engage in policy discussions, network with experts, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of Bitcoin in the UK. See you there!

New episode:

In this episode of ‘On the Record’, we share an audio version of the full response from Bitcoin Policy UK to the Financial Conduct Authority’s Discussion Paper DP25/1, which explores the future regulation of cryptoasset activities in the UK.

https://fountain.fm/episode/c5m1WBBWlzfgiDAOhSYq

The Bitcoin Collective’s Jan 2, 2025 podcast features

& Nick Bowick discussing UK renewable energy challenges, grid transitions, and innovative solutions like Bitcoin mining to utilize excess energy and cut curtailment costs.

https://fountain.fm/episode/ba9pUOnPpJygEpJ6Hn6g

Did you know?

will be speaking

2025.

Join us, June 19-21, to champion fair BTC policies & drive UK adoption.

Also in attendance:

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In this IEA podcast, Chief Policy Officer

discusses the Reform Party crypto bill covering Bitcoin’s origins, UK regulation flaws, and a £5B Bitcoin reserve.

Watch:

On 7 March 2025,

joined

for an ‘emergency meeting’ to discuss the announcement of the US Govt adopting Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset and the UK’s cautious stance.

This podcast episode was originally published by

.

https://fountain.fm/episode/nNiV9NsM4IOcW8AxijZ8

Bitcoin Policy UK Welcomes New Member - TREZOR

Matěj Žák, CEO of Trezor, commented:

“Our partnership with Bitcoin Policy UK highlights the importance of defending the principles that set Bitcoin apart — privacy, transparency, and true ownership.”

https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/blog-1/f/bitcoin-policy-uk-welcomes-new-member---trezor

We’re excited to welcome Jordan Walker (

) as our new Business Advisor at BPUK.

Jordan is the founder of The Bitcoin Collective, a UK-based media and Bitcoin strategy company. He helps UK businesses and individuals navigate Bitcoin and implement Bitcoin strategies effectively.

With a focus on education, strategy, and relatability, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the BPUK team.

Welcome, Jordan.

Jamie Legg (IEA) interviewed

&

on:

Bitcoin’s potential

UK regulatory challenges

Security & decentralization

Financial access

How mining can use excess renewable energy

🔈Listen here if you missed it:

https://fountain.fm/episode/Hx4JOwzsFuVbyk0CIiIE

Are you going to

?

Make sure to watch

on the ‘Bitcoin Mining Benefits: Why it Matters’ panel.

Saturday 21 June at 1pm on the Expo Stage.

Have you listened to 'On the Record' yet?

Dive into our critique of the ECB's biased Bitcoin analysis, exposing flawed assumptions & CBDC agendas. Explore Bitcoin's role in financial inclusion & innovation.

Listen now:

https://fountain.fm/episode/TxxUsgQ193N5QsawHIID

The full paper co-authored by

and

can be read here:

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/8093d298-38da-411d-85c6-ff0f3eb6110f/Challenging%20Bias%20in%20ECB%20Bitcoin%20Analysis%2022Oct.pdf

On Bitcoin Pizza Day we mark the first real-world Bitcoin transaction when 10,000 BTC was sent on 22 May 2010 from one person to another online to pay for two pizzas.

This was the moment Bitcoin moved from an idea to a force in global finance.

Great evening in Farnham yesterday.

Huge thanks to our incredible Chief Policy Officer

for bringing the clarity and conviction this space needs.

Also grateful to Christopher and the

meetup for putting on a brilliant event.