US State Department Embeds Bitcoin Experts in Diplomatic Roles
The US State Department has launched the Freedom Tech Excellence Program (FTEP), an initiative that integrates private sector experts into diplomatic roles to shape policies on Bitcoin, encryption, and digital privacy.
This marks a significant shift in US policy, framing Bitcoin as a tool for promoting freedom internationally rather than just a speculative asset.
The program's founding partners include the Bitcoin Policy Institute and defense-tech firms Palantir and Anduril, highlighting a focus on digital freedom and counter-surveillance.