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[Jul 11, 2023 11:25 AM] The candidate isn’t necessarily biased just because he owns BTC.
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US authorities are investigating former FTX exec for potential campaign finance violations: Report
[Jul 11, 2023 10:39 AM] FTX Digital Markets co-CEO Ryan Salame was the individual who first reported FTX to Bahmanian authorities, but he reportedly may face charges of his own in the United States.
Linking Bitcoin To The Fentanyl Trade, Elizabeth Warren Demonstrates Concerning Bias Against Innovation
[Jun 30, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Lee Bratcher, the president of the Texas Blockchain Council, and Mark Shut, the director of administrative affairs at the Texas Blockchain Council.Senator Elizabeth Warren has expressed concerns regarding the use of…
North Carolina House Advances Bill To Study Virtual Currency Including Bitcoin
[Jun 28, 2023 1:38 PM] The North Carolina House of Representatives has passed House Bill 721, which includes provisions to study the acquisition and potential benefits of virtual currency, with a specific focus on Bitcoin. The bill, titled State Precious Metals…
Lack of bipartisan support on crypto regulation could make US ‘less attractive’ to firms: Moody’s
[Jun 20, 2023 2:30 PM] A report from the investors’ service pointed to a political divide in language on bills concerning stablecoins and providing a comprehensive framework for digital assets.
Is Ron DeSantis good for crypto? Republican makes Bitcoin part of campaign
[Jun 12, 2023 7:55 AM] The governor of Florida wants to defend people’s right to “do Bitcoin.”
Bitcoin Is Becoming A Lifeline For Political Dissidents In Myanmar
[Jun 9, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Win Ko Ko Aung, a McCourt Scholar for Georgetown University’s Data Science for Public Policy program and a survivor of Myanmar’s 2021 military coup.As the 2024 U.S. Presidential election campaign kicked off, one of…
AI should be regulated like medicine and nuclear power: UK minister
[Jun 6, 2023 12:30 AM] A minister from the United Kingdom's opposition party says AI should be licensed and regulated in a similar way to the pharmaceutical and nuclear industries.
Trump’s Persistent Election Result Denials Demonstrate The Need For Bitcoin-Verified Truth
[Jun 3, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Dan Weintraub, an author and high school teacher who first became interested in Bitcoin while teaching economics.I recently watched with bemused indifference CNN’s Donald Trump town hall charade, yet another in an…
Welcome, Crypto, to the Fiery Cauldron of U.S. Presidential Politics
[May 31, 2023 2:24 PM] Whether the crypto industry wants the spotlight or not, digital assets are among the earliest talking points in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with the most prominent of the new candidates even invoking bitcoins in his campaign opener as…
Tax Attacks Won’t Kill Bitcoin: Regulators Must Learn To Accept New Technology
[May 26, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Conor Chepenik, an organizer for the MassAdoption Bitcoin meetup. Source Congressman Brad Sherman's recent tweet attacking Bitcoiners as "tax evaders" is a prime example of how Bitcoin has become a mainstream…
Crypto Execs Give Washington Influence Another Go With FTX Anchor Around Necks
[May 24, 2023 1:53 PM] When Washington, D.C. lawmakers tune into their favorite Sunday morning political shows this week, they’ll also get a dose of crypto messaging, thanks to a Coinbase (COIN) campaign that’s part of the next stage in the industry’s attempt to…
Robert Kennedy Jr. Makes Campaign Debut At Bitcoin 2023: ‘Free Money Is As Important As Free Expression’
[May 19, 2023 12:37 PM] Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made his first public appearance as a presidential candidate at the Bitcoin 2023 conference today, sharing his own experiences with Bitcoin, warning about how technology is enabling government totalitarianism around the world…
Congressional crypto hearing illustrates political stalemate on digital assets
[May 18, 2023 8:57 AM] The hearing was filled with a heavy amount of criticizing the SEC, urging to take matters of regulation into Congress’ hands and empowering the CFTC.
South Korean authorities raid Upbit, Bithumb crypto exchanges after political scandal
[May 15, 2023 9:14 AM] The raids came as a local lawmaker stepped down from politics amid accusations of allegedly selling millions in cryptocurrency before new laws were enforced.
The 2024 Presidential Election Could Make Or Break Bitcoin In The U.S.
[May 13, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Robert Hall, a content creator and small business owner.The race for the 2024 U.S. presidential election is starting to kick into gear, featuring some of the same cast of characters from the last few elections. On…
South Korea Authorities Investigate Lawmaker Over Suspicious Crypto Transfers: Report
[May 8, 2023 3:15 AM] Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Nam-kuk had reportedly co-sponsored a bill seeking to defer taxation on crypto profits.
If We Can Ignore Polarization, Bitcoin Will Fix Bipartisan Authoritarianism
[May 7, 2023 6:00 AM] This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps.Whether it’s the Patriot Act, COVID-19 measures or the proposed RESTRICT…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. To Make First Appearance As U.S. Presidential Candidate At Bitcoin 2023
[May 4, 2023 8:00 AM] Bitcoin 2023 will host Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who recently defended Bitcoin mining after the Biden Administration proposed a 30% tax on its energy usage. Disclaimer: BTC Inc. owns both The Bitcoin Conference and Bitcoin Magazine.Robert F. Kennedy…
Bitcoin Doesn’t Care About Progressives, But You Should
[May 4, 2023 6:00 AM] Bitcoin adoption is inevitable in the long run, but putting political division aside and building a broad coalition will shorten that path. This is an opinion editorial by Jason Maier, a teacher and author of “A Progressive’s Case For Bitcoin.”…
Global Political Leaders To Speak At Bitcoin 2023 Conference
[May 1, 2023 4:32 PM] Join global political leaders in Miami Beach, May 18-20, to experience the future of Bitcoin, build a stronger community and champion pro-Bitcoin legislation.Disclaimer: BTC Inc. owns both The Bitcoin Conference and Bitcoin Magazine.The Bitcoin…
The Bitcoin Culture War Won’t Win Mass Adoption
[Apr 21, 2023 6:00 AM] Prominent Bitcoiners, many of whom advocate “lifestyle maximalism,” may be hurting adoption by leaning in one political direction. This is an opinion editorial by Trey Walsh, the senior director for youth programs at the MassHire Metro North…
Bitcoin Policy UK Launches With Goal Of Capturing Bitcoin’s Opportunity For The UK
[Apr 13, 2023 10:59 AM] The Bitcoin-focused policy group aims to educate policymakers on the benefits Bitcoin can provide.Bitcoin Policy UK has launched with the stated aim of unlocking the potential of Bitcoin for the UK economy. According to a press release sent to…
Thai political party looking at PM race promises $300 in crypto upon victory: Report
[Apr 7, 2023 10:06 AM] The country’s next general election will be held on May 14, at which time all 500 seats in Thailand’s House of Representatives will be up for grabs.
White House hopeful RFK Jr. says instant payments may lead to ‘financial slavery’
[Apr 6, 2023 12:30 PM] President John F. Kennedy's nephew also worries that the government will seize the public’s Bitcoin.
Crypto Investors: Why You Need to Understand Layer 1 Protocols
[Apr 5, 2023 10:00 AM] There’s value in crypto, even if regulators and politicians don’t dig enough to see it.
Sen. Warren’s ‘Anti-Crypto Army’ Is Just the Beginning of Crypto’s Politicization
[Apr 3, 2023 11:45 AM] As the 2024 U.S. election cycle approaches don’t be surprised to hear politicians discussing bitcoin, crypto and CBDCs.
Saudi Arabia and OPEC Reveal Surprise Oil Production Cut; White House Insists Cuts Aren’t Advisable Right Now
[Apr 2, 2023 5:30 PM] On Sunday, Saudi Arabia and several major oil producers announced their plan to cut oil production by 1.15 million barrels per day, starting in May and continuing until the end of 2023. According to the Saudi Energy Ministry, the move was…
Just Saying No to Digital Dollars Means Cementing the Surveillance Status Quo
[Mar 23, 2023 10:06 AM] Political attacks on CBDCs gives a pass to existing government and commercial oversight of financial transactions, says Christopher Giancarlo, cofounder of the Digital Dollar Project.
In Defense of a Digital Dollar
[Mar 22, 2023 2:51 PM] Fears about mass financial surveillance are real with CBDCs, but banning them, as Republicans have recently proposed, will not help. Instead, more research is needed, says Ananya Kumar.