
On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK
From consultation responses to open letters, Policy Proof-of-Work brings Bitcoin Policy UK’s most important policy work to life in audio. Tune in for clear, accessible reads of our work on regulation, CBDCs, financial freedom, and the fight for fair treatment of Bitcoin.
Whether you’re a policymaker, industry expert, or just Bitcoin-curious, this podcast helps you stay informed on the key debates shaping Bitcoin’s future in the UK and beyond.
On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK
Bitcoin: A Less Risky AML Alternative to Traditional Finance?
In this episode, we present the audio version of an article by Freddie New, Chief Policy Officer at Bitcoin Policy UK. The article explores a powerful and timely question: Is Bitcoin actually less risky than the traditional financial system when it comes to money laundering and criminal abuse?
🔍 In this episode:
- Why transparency is Bitcoin’s greatest AML asset
- How law enforcement (including the FBI) has traced major crypto crimes using the blockchain
- What makes the Bitcoin ledger uniquely public, immutable, and court-admissible
- Why criminals are increasingly avoiding Bitcoin in favour of traditional finance
- What this means for risk, compliance, and fintech strategy
📊 With support from real-world data and Chainalysis findings, the episode explains why the total volume of illicit transactions using crypto in 2024 was just 0.14% - far below public perception.
🎧 Whether you’re a policymaker, compliance professional, or simply curious about the future of financial regulation, this episode will give you a clearer picture of what Bitcoin really is - and what it definitely isn’t.
đź“„ Read the full article here:
👉 https://connect.cefpro.com/magazines/view/connect-issue-6