Nov 14, 20253 min readAre we allowed to plan our own retirement?For decades, Americans have been told their 401(k) is “their” retirement, but when it comes to managing those funds, most find they have little to no control. Tax-advantaged accounts like 401(k) …The Center Square
Oct 1, 20251 min readLawyers call Bitcoin Core v30 CSAM concerns ‘overblown’I was interviewed by Protos about the ongoing Bitcoin node debate between Core and Knots. Though I’m not a lawyer, I know enough about Section 230 and existing judicial precedent that Bitcoin …Bitcoin·Protos
Jul 18, 20251 min readCrypto's Big Moment | Yael Ossowski on Mike Mozingo Showhttps://youtu.be/FNNnMtpXbo0?si=ktfqWprHchoiifPj The United States Congress passed the country’s first major standalone crypto bill. The landmark vote signals a sea change in the U.S. stance …Interviews·Bitcoin
Jun 26, 20251 min readBitcoiners may not care about the government, but government cares about them | Yaël Ossowski at 2025 Bitcoin Policy Summithttps://youtu.be/NNP7TdN__Go Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director and Bitcoin Policy Institute Fellow Yaël Ossowski presents the"Congressional Guide to Bitcoin" at the 2025 Bitcoin Policy …Bitcoin·Talks & Panels
May 29, 20251 min readCrypto 'Wrench Attack" Robberies, Consumer Security & Trump's Bitcoin policy | Yael Ossowski on CNNhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMkQUYjz9j0 Yaël Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center and Bitcoin Policy Institute joined CNN to reflect on recent crypto-related crimes that threaten consumer …Interviews·Bitcoin
May 22, 20254 min readRegulators should champion FinTech innovations for retirement investingLike many people my age, I have serious doubts about the long-term viability of Social Security and whether or not I’ll ever get a check once I hang up the proverbial hard hat. I have a ways to go, …The Center Square
May 8, 20251 min readInside Vienna’s small, persistent crypto communityJournalist Janani Janarthanan interviewed me on broader Bitcoin adoption in Vienna, Austria, and the European Union. Some choice quotes: “At least millennials and maybe zoomers — those who straddle …Bitcoin·Medill-Reports
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 3, 20251 min readBitcoin and Crypto Reserve? What's behind it and why does it matter?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thOKcn4gqik Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski discusses President Trump’s proposal for a Strategic Bitcoin (and Crypto) Reserve on the Steve …Interviews·Bitcoin
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
Jan 8, 20251 min readThe Bitcoin Layer Podcast: Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Is Ready for Trump’s Deskhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7Gnh3zxgC4 In this episode, Nik welcomes back Yaël Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center and the Bitcoin Policy Institute to discuss the major themes shaping …Interviews·Bitcoin
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 17, 20244 min readBitcoin Model PoliciesThrough my work as a consumer advocate, both as the deputy director of the Consumer Choice Center and a Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute, I’ve contributed to various model policies that …Bitcoin
Dec 13, 20241 min readBitcoin’s Fight for Freedom: U.S. Regulations, Court Battles, and the Future of Financial Privacyhttps://youtu.be/DK-LQ1il7Qs?si=yLKomd1Yb87d6iAW In this episode, Nik Bhatia speaks with Yaël Ossowski of Consumer Choice Center and Bitcoin Policy Institute to explore the intersection of Bitcoin and …Interviews·Bitcoin
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
Aug 13, 20241 min readThe Progressive Bitcoiner Podcast – U.S. Bitcoin Strategic Reserve w/ Yael Ossowski and Pierre RochardThis week I was invited on The Progressive Bitcoiner podcast to discuss the latest proposals for a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve with Pierre Rochard of Riot and the podcast host Trey Walsh. I had a great …Podcast·The-Progressive-Bitcoiner
Jul 16, 20244 min readThe Regulatory Landscape of Bitcoin – Melanion Capital Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRSfOGNhMpc The Role Of Education In Shaping Bitcoin Policy The world of Bitcoin is not just about digital currency; it’s also about policy and advocacy. In this …Interviews·Bitcoin
Jul 10, 20247 min readTaking a bite out of MiCA, the EU's comprehensive crypto legislation challenging the nature of decentralisationTo much fanfare, European Union legislators and commissioners last year negotiated the final framework of the bloc’s cryptocurrency regulation, known as the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation …Bitcoin·EU Tech Loop
Jun 7, 20244 min readElizabeth Warren Ditches Consumer Welfare In Support of Big BanksSen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) loves to cast herself as the ultimate public defender of consumers and the arch-nemesis of bankers on Wall Street. However, with her recent record opposing popular …RealClear Markets