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On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK

Bitcoin Policy UK

The UK"s Bitcoin policy conversationOn the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK brings the organisation’s latest work and thinking to audio. Listen to policy papers, consultation responses, research briefings, commentary, and interviews with members of the BPUK team.Covering Bitcoin regulation, CBDCs, financial freedom, digital finance trends, and more, the podcast helps policymakers, professionals, and those exploring Bitcoin stay informed on the issues shaping its future in the UK and beyond.Learn more at

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46:55

Response to the Bank of England and HM Treasury on...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2026/01/16

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK’s response to the Bank of England and HM Treasury on the Digital Pound, originally published on 31 May 2023. This paper sets out why a retail CBDC represents a fundamental shift in the relationship between citizens and the state, raising serious concerns around privacy, financial surveillance, programmability, and democratic oversight. Rather than modernising money, the digital pound risks embedding new forms of control into th...

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48:40

My Two Sats UK Quantum Fear vs Bitcoin Reality...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2026/01/09

This episode was originally published on My Two Sats by Roxom TV on 21 November 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpIWjSFWNgM Bitcoin headlines are screaming about “quantum threats,” “treasury disasters,” and “government control.” But what’s real — and what’s propaganda? Freddie New, CEO of B Hodl and Chief Policy Officer at Bitcoin Policy UK, joins Susie Violet Ward to dismantle the fear, break down the U.S. Bitcoin tax revolution, and expose why quantum computing won’t crack Bitcoin any...

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54:05

Wiston Capital A Conversation About Bitcoin -...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2026/01/02

This episode was originally published by Wiston Capital on 25 September 2025. https://bagster.substack.com/p/a-conversation-about-bitcoin-concerns A Conversation About Bitcoin - Concerns and Opportunity Charlie Erith talks to Freddie New, from Bitcoin Policy UK We recently hosted an enlightening fireside chat with Freddie New, co-founder of Bitcoin Policy UK. It was a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation which we’re delighted to share with you. And we had great questions from an engaged ...

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41:45

Response to FCA on Cryptoasset Financial Promotions

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/12/26

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK’s response to the FCA’s consultation GC23/1 || PS23/6 on cryptoasset financial promotions, originally published on 5 August 2023. You’ll hear a clear explanation of why the proposed rules risk misunderstanding Bitcoin, misclassifying it, and pushing consumers into harm’s way, the opposite of what good regulation should achieve. 🔍 What this episode covers In this spoken paper, we walk through the key arguments and ev...

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70:30

My Two Sats: Bitcoin Mining Is Saving Europe’s Energy...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/12/19

This episode was originally published on My Two Sats by Roxom TV on 29 October 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Os3Iu-Y1HAg&list=PLQblFHM1fNaRAJkK-JqhEKpA6o5YNnGBf&index=11 Bitcoin mining isn’t just about blocks and hash rates — it’s about energy, innovation, and survival. Rachel Geyer, Chair of the European Bitcoin Energy Association and VP of TerraHash, joins Susie Violet Ward to reveal how Bitcoin miners are helping stabilize Europe’s energy grids using waste heat, renewables,...

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6:41

Submission to the FCA in relation to Financial...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/12/12

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK’s submission to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) consultation paper GC23/2 – Financial Promotions on Social Media, published on 25 September 2023. Bitcoin Policy UK supports the FCA’s objectives to reduce consumer harm and improve market integrity but raises important distinctions between genuine Bitcoin-related communications and the influencer-driven promotion of speculative “crypto” tokens. The paper highlights: The ris...

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28:58

Response to ESMA regarding the MiCA Consultation Paper

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/12/05

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK’s response to the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) consultation on the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) Regulation, published on 5 December 2023. Bitcoin Policy UK challenges ESMA’s focus on the adverse environmental impacts of consensus mechanisms such as Bitcoin mining and calls for a balanced approach that recognises their positive contributions — particularly those of Proof of Work. The paper explains how Bit...

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59:13

My Two Sats: Why Governments Need Inflation - And...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/11/28

This episode was originally published on My Two Sats by Roxom TV on 31 October 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIhuMgRSHgw&list=PLQblFHM1fNaRAJkK-JqhEKpA6o5YNnGBf&index=10 It’s Bitcoin White Paper Day — and the timing couldn’t be more perfect. As the Fed cuts rates again and quietly ends quantitative tightening, Freddie from Bitcoin Policy UK joins My Two Sats to explain why governments secretly need inflation, how fiat currencies trap nations in debt, and why Bitcoin was design...

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21:56

MoneyMagpie Invest Interview: Episode Six wit Susie...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/11/21

This episode was originally published on MoneyMagpie Invest on 10 February 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ToQ7Z3sito How do we integrate Bitcoin into the UK economy? Why is the city against Bitcoin? Join Jasmine this week as she chats to Susie Violet Ward, CEO of think tank, Bitcoin Policy UK on why we need to see financial innovation in the UK and what we can do about it now. MoneyMagpie Invest Podcast MoneyMagpie on Instagram MoneyMagpie on Facebook MoneyMagpie on LinkedIn MoneyMag...

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62:34

UKBitcoinMaster Interview: Talking Bitcoin, Mining...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/11/14

This episode was originally published on UKBitcoinMaster on 21 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L91XtAEtz8c Excited to be talking Bitcoin, Mining and The UK with Bitcoin Policy UK CEO Susie Violet Ward MY VIEWS ARE MY OWN AND I MAKE NO PREDICTIONS OR GIVE ANY FINANCIAL ADVICE, SO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH BEFORE INVESTING ANYTHING! Follow Susie & Bitcoin Policy UK: https://x.com/DecentraSuze https://x.com/bitcoinpolicyuk https://bitcoinpolicy.uk/ Subscribe to my ‘UK Bitcoin...

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66:21

UKBitcoinMaster Interview: Talking BITCOIN and The UK

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/11/07

This episode was originally published on UKBitcoinMaster on 17 July 2025. https://www.youtube.com/live/TY-neCNGlYI Excited to be talking LIVE with Freddie New from Bitcoin Policy UK and gaining his insights into Bitcoin, his personal rabbit hole and his thoughts on The UK government and their Bitcoin stance! MY VIEWS ARE MY OWN AND I MAKE NO PREDICTIONS OR GIVE ANY FINANCIAL ADVICE, SO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH BEFORE INVESTING ANYTHING! Follow Freddie & BP UK: https://x.com/freddienew https...

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75:00

Stephan Livera Podcast Interview: Shaping Bitcoin's...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/10/31

This episode was originally published on the Stephan Livera Podcast on 11 November 2024. https://stephanlivera.com/episode/614/ In this conversation, Freddie New, at the time general counsel at The Little Car and Head of Policy at Bitcoin Policy UK, discusses the evolution of Bitcoin regulation in the UK. He highlights the historical context of regulatory attitudes, the role of the Law Commission in recognizing Bitcoin as property, and the challenges posed by the Financial Conduct Authority (...

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104:27

New World in the Making Interview: What If We Started...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/10/24

This episode was originally published by Adriana Sánchez Uebelhoer on 11 July 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KplPL8oksxU Today I’m speaking with Susie Violet Ward, journalist, writer, and co-founder of Bitcoin Policy UK. With a background in finance and IT, Susie brings a unique voice to conversations about Bitcoin, energy, AI, and public policy, but also about creativity, gender, intuition, and the deeper questions around how we build, work, and live. We explore where the financial ...

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14:49

BeInCrypto Podcast Interview: Is the UK Driving...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/10/17

This episode was originally published on the BeInCrypto Podcast on 1 September 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGuxYYCFqfA Are harsh crypto taxes driving Bitcoin users out of the UK? 🇬🇧💰 In this episode of the BeInCrypto Podcast, host Camila Grigera Naón speaks with Susie Violet Ward, Co-Founder & CEO of Bitcoin Policy UK, about the future of Bitcoin in the UK under heavy-handed tax laws and financial regulations. We explore: Why HMRC’s tax rules are pushing Bitcoin users

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48:34

Bitcoin Policy UK Podcast Episode 1

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/10/09

In this launch episode of the Bitcoin Policy UK Podcast, hosts Harley and Kaitlyn interview Susie Violet Ward, CEO and Co-Founder, and Freddie New, Chief Policy Officer and Co-Founder, of Bitcoin Policy UK. They discuss the opportunities and risks facing Bitcoin in the UK and they introduce Bitcoin Policy UK’s 2025 manifesto, with four clear goals: Fair and transparent regulation Making the UK a global leader in Bitcoin innovation Educating the public and policymakers Reforming tax and...

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86:19

Bitcoin Infinity Show Interview: Bitcoin Advocacy in...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/10/03

This episode was originally published on the Bitcoin Infinity Show on 19 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsLR-y0x1v8 Freddie New joins the show to talk about his work with Bitcoin Policy UK - and then the conversation rapidly devolves into a conversation about movies, sci-fi, and more! Connect with Freddie: https://x.com/freddienew https://x.com/bitcoinpolicyuk Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal....

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73:50

Bitcoin Infinity Show Interview: Bitcoin Mining and...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/09/26

This episode was originally published on the Bitcoin Infinity Show on 14 May 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfIgmE4Bdfc In this episode, Susie Violet Ward joins the show to talk about her journey into Bitcoin, her advocacy for Bitcoin through journalism and Bitcoin Policy UK, and the challenges she faces in the UK regarding Bitcoin adoption and education. We also delve into the importance of decentralizing Bitcoin mining and the intricacies of educating policymakers about the benefits ...

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101:56

Free Cities Podcast Interview: The State is Failing

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/09/19

This episode was originally published on the Free Cities Podcast on 30 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjK_qJdWwqo Personal Sovereignty, Surveillance, Bitcoin, Financial Freedom, Economic Collapse, UK Politics, Freedom Tech, Social Credit Scores, Deep State, Online Safety Bill, Data Privacy.- Timothy Allen speaks with Freddie New. Freddie, is a lawyer and Head of Policy at Bitcoin Policy UK. In this conversation we explore the battle for individual freedom in an age of surveillan...

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6:15

Briefing for the Crypto & Digital Assets All-Party...

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/09/12

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK's briefing to the Crypto & Digital Assets All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), published in March 2024. The briefing highlights the gap between the government’s stated ambition to make the UK a global hub for digital assets and the lived reality of businesses and consumers on the ground. 🔑 Key themes covered: UK banks restricting or banning lawful crypto transactionsBusinesses withdrawing products or leaving the UK a...

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17:44

Response to the Bank of England on the Digital Pound

On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK ·

2025/09/05

In this episode, we present an audio version of Bitcoin Policy UK's response to the Bank of England’s consultation on privacy and the digital pound (CBDC). 🔑 Key themes covered: Why we remain opposed to the introduction of a UK CBDC, seeing it as a “solution in search of a problem.”The unique privacy features of physical cash, and why a digital pound cannot replicate them.The risks of a tiered wallet system that trades usability for personal data, undermining both privacy and financial

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