Bitcoin Policy UK

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:

Bitcoin Policy UK

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

As we look ahead to 2026, our focus for the year ahead is clear: to ensure the UK develops smart, fair, and forward looking Bitcoin policy that sup...

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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:

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Letter from our CEO - 2025 Review of Bitcoin Policy in the UK

This year end post is written as an open letter from our CEO, reflecting on a defining year for Bitcoin policy in the UK. It looks back on the prog...

@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:

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Africa Turns To Bitcoin For Real Financial Solutions

The African Bitcoin Conference (ABC) in Mauritius began with an undeniable truth. For generations Africa has been boxed out, priced out and pushed ...

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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Bitcoin Is Officially Property Under UK’s New Property Act 2025

The UK has taken a major step forward in recognising the future of digital assets. On 2 December 2025, the Property (Digital Assets etc.) 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. @Susie Violet @fnew

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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!

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.