Feb 19, 20264 min readIs Bitcoin the Only Blockchain Immune to Political Corruption?Bitcoin’s decentralized design makes it uniquely resistant to corruption—and Washington’s digital asset regulation should reflect that distinction. The last few months have given us a …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Apr 29, 20256 min readThe Powerful Fannie Mae Policy Change to Unlock Bitcoin-Based MortgagesA key Fannie Mae policy change could unlock bitcoin-based mortgages and expand financial access for millions of Americans. For those of us who save in bitcoin, use it on a daily basis, and are hopeful …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Mar 19, 20255 min readHow Smart Bitcoin Policies Can Save Us From Memecoins And Crypto ScamsMemcoining is legal. Or at least they’re not securities. On February 27th, the Securities and Exchange Commission stated in its latest staff statement that memecoins are not necessarily securities. …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Feb 6, 20256 min readHas the Era of Bull-Inspired Bitcoin Banking Already Begun?Not more than three days after Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler resigned from his post, one of his signature policies was nuked from existence. Issued on January 23, 2025, Staff …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Jan 13, 20251 min readSaving Privacy and Debanking with Yaël Ossowskihttps://youtu.be/juqo7M0PF3w?si=SDYn-rMlyR_RGwaH Yaël Ossowski is a consumer and technology advocate, policy analyst, and writer. He is deputy director at the Consumer Choice Center and a Fellow at …Interviews·Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Dec 20, 20246 min readThe De Minimis Exemption Path to Bitcoin as a True Medium of ExchangeBitcoin’s potential to thrive as a medium of exchange has been unnecessarily hindered by its current tax treatment in the U.S. Introducing a de minimis exemption could help address this issue. With a …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Dec 2, 20247 min readDowngrading the Bank Secrecy Act is a Powerful Reform for BitcoinReforming the Bank Secrecy Act would empower Bitcoin innovation, protect user privacy, and foster a better balance between regulatory compliance and financial sovereignty. Though Bitcoin was born in …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Oct 24, 20245 min readSelf-custody is NonnegotiableIn the corridors of power in board rooms, lecture halls, and legislative chambers, Bitcoin is no longer an enigma resigned to just technology or economics enthusiasts. After a decade of gradual …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Apr 9, 20241 min readBitcoin Policy Summit: Examining the Current Landscape of State and Local Digital Asset PolicyA video of my panel session at the 2024 Bitcoin Policy Summit on the current landscape of state and local bitcoin policies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21s4YBCL3lEBitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Mar 22, 202310 min readIn Attempt to Stop CBDCs, States Are Rejecting Ostensibly Pro-Bitcoin LegislationThe backlash against the UCC’s Article 12 has led to a firestorm among politicians who believe they are rejecting CBDCs. But these reforms represent a boon to Bitcoin, protecting self-custody and …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
Mar 9, 202316 min readThe Silent March of Bitcoin Policies Across US StatesIn this article, BPI Visiting Fellow and Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski illuminates the evolution of state level Bitcoin policy. As legislators focus on Bitcoin, they attempt to …Bitcoin·Bitcoin Policy Institute
