Bitcoin Policy Institute
Coverage of Bitcoin Policy Institute in the Nexus archive.
- Crypto companies urge AI firms to give Bitcoin developers early access
The Bitcoin Policy Institute and other industry participants are urging AI companies to provide early access to their frontier models. This requested access is intended to aid both Bitcoin and open-source developers in their cybersecurity efforts.
- Bitcoin advocacy group to join US State Department’s ‘digital freedom’ program
The Bitcoin Policy Institute and three partner organizations will join the US State Department’s 'digital freedom' program, sending employees to collaborate with officials on addressing digital freedom issues.
- Bitcoin Policy Institute, Palantir and Anduril join US State Department’s Freedom Tech Excellence Program
The Bitcoin Policy Institute, Palantir, and Anduril have joined the U.S. State Department's Freedom Tech Excellence Program as partners. The program aims to advance technologies aligned with democratic values.
- State Department to Debut Freedom Tech Program with Bitcoin Policy Institute, Palantir as Founding Partners
The U.S. State Department is launching the Freedom Tech Excellence Program with the Bitcoin Policy Institute, Palantir Technologies, Anduril Industries, and the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation to advance digital freedom through initiatives like encryption, AI governance, and Bitcoin/blockchain technology. The program aims to counter censorship, surveillance, and online scams while promoting free expression. President Trump signed an executive order in March 2025 establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
- Intel expert says Singham network is more than a nonprofit scandal—it's a security threat
An intelligence expert warned that Neville Roy Singham's network is a national security threat, funneling millions into left-wing nonprofits like the People's Forum and Party for Socialism and Liberation, which organize protests. A federal grand jury in Manhattan is investigating Singham's financial network, which has blocked U.S. AI and data center projects, according to a report.
- FIRST ON FOX: Former Treasury advisor says probe into 'subversive' anti-AI Singham network is 'enormous'
A former Treasury advisor highlights a Southern District of New York investigation into the finances of activist network linked to Neville Roy Singham, alleging its role in delaying or blocking AI infrastructure projects. The report details 21 campaigns across 14 states, resulting in 10 data center moratoria, one permanent ban, and four rejected projects.
- Sen Tom Cotton urges DOJ to probe Chinese bid to 'kneecap' American AI
Sen. Tom Cotton urged the Justice Department to investigate a Chinese-linked campaign targeting U.S. AI infrastructure. A report alleges Chinese state media and foreign-funded groups, including those tied to Neville Roy Singham, have opposed data centers and AI projects in the U.S.
- Sen Tom Cotton urges DOJ to probe Chinese bid to 'kneecap' American AI
Sen. Tom Cotton urged the Justice Department to investigate a covert campaign linked to China aimed at undermining U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure. The request follows a report alleging Chinese state media and foreign-funded groups, including those tied to tech tycoon Neville Roy Singham, have opposed data center construction and AI projects in the U.S.
- US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Reintroduced In Congress As ARMA With 20-Year HODL Requirement
Representative Nick Begich introduced the American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA) in Congress, which would establish a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve requiring the federal government to hold Bitcoin for at least 20 years and acquire up to one million BTC over five years. The legislation codifies President Trump's March 2025 executive order and would apply to Bitcoin already held by the government from criminal cases like Silk Road and Bitfinex seizures.
- Report: Chinese propaganda, Singham network, foreign dark money linked to campaigns against data centers
A report by the Bitcoin Policy Institute alleges foreign influence in campaigns against US AI data center construction, including Chinese propaganda and dark money funding from foreign billionaires. The report links these efforts to a network of nonprofits funded by tech tycoon Neville Roy Singham and his wife Jodie Evans, co-founder of CodePink. This network has allegedly spent years fueling opposition to US AI infrastructure expansion.
- FROM BITBONDS TO PROTOCOL BONDS
The Bitcoin Policy Institute proposed issuing bonds backed by Bitcoin, which led to the development of Protocol Bonds using Bitcoin as a bond to its protocol, allowing for self-custodial Bitcoin Yield production. This mechanism uses OP_CLTV to timelock BTC on the Bitcoin mainnet. The proposal aims to prove compatibility between Bitcoin and structured debt instruments.
- Bitcoin Policy Institute Launches International Initiative With Support From Xapo Bank to Educate United Kingdom Policymakers
The Bitcoin Policy Institute is launching an international initiative with support from Xapo Bank to educate UK policymakers about Bitcoin technology. The initiative aims to bring BPI's US policy experience to the UK and facilitate conversations between regulators and government officials. This partnership will help promote smart regulation through education.
- “Bitcoin as Everyday Money” Event to Rally Industry Behind De Minimis Tax Framework at Bitcoin 2026
Bitcoin Magazine is hosting the 'Bitcoin as Everyday Money' event on April 28, 2026, during Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas to advocate for a de minimis tax exemption for Bitcoin transactions. The event, led by Janessa Lopez of Block and David Zell of the Bitcoin Policy Institute, will include a demonstration of Bitcoin's use in small business payments and discuss a three-pillar tax framework proposed by industry leaders.