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Florida’s CFO Advocates Bitcoin to Diversify State Pension Fund

In a recent letter, Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s CFO, requested that Bitcoin and other digital assets be considered part of the state’s pension fund. It addressed Chris Spencer, the Executive Director of the Florida State Board of Administration.  Moreover, the letter emphasized Florida’s position as a leader in economic growth, persuading

October 30, 2024 2 mins read

Florida Governor Speaks Against CBDC

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has made a strong statement ahead of the 2024 elections. United States presidential candidate Ron DeSantis has pledged to ban central bank digital currencies (CBDC) on day one if he emerges victorious in the 2024 elections. It sparks discussions about the future of money, technological advancements,

July 15, 2023 2 mins read

Florida Governor Shows Support for Bitcoin in Presidential Campaign

While the BRICS continue to drive down the dollar value, the U.S. is making a lot of noise with the upcoming election. In light of the current economic unrest, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has taken a position in favor of cryptocurrencies by promoting pro-crypto policies as part of his 2024

May 25, 2023 1 min read

Florida Governor Signs CBDC Bill, Legal Expert Highlights Limitations

In a recent development, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill purportedly aimed at prohibiting Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the state. However, legal expert Professor Carla Reyes argues that the bill does not effectively prohibit the use of CBDCs in Florida. This discrepancy has sparked a debate surrounding

May 20, 2023 2 mins read

Legal Experts Slam Florida’s CBDC Ban as Ineffective and Misguided

In a recent development, legal experts expressed worries over Florida’s move to outlaw central bank digital currency (CBDCs), questioning their usefulness and possible damage to the digital asset market. Despite Governor Ron DeSantis’s rhetoric that the restriction safeguards against government overreach and corporate surveillance, legal academics believe the bill fails

May 18, 2023 3 mins read