Our CEO @Susie Violet 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 image
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: @Susie Violet @fnew
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: @Susie Violet @fnew
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: @Susie Violet @fnew
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:
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 @Susie Violet and @fnew 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. @Susie Violet @fnew Read more in our latest blog:
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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!