Bitcoin, Vancouver

Vancouver just voted to become a Bitcoin-friendly city but Microsoft’s shareholders want no part of it
The vote is a part of a growing movement of governments and companies to invest in Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation.
Vancouver wants to be a “Bitcoin-friendly” city
Vancouver City Council passed a motion proposed by Mayor Ken Sim to explore ways to make Vancouver a “Bitcoin-friendly” city.
Predicting Trump rush, Vancouver votes to ‘get ahead’ on bitcoin
Vancouver adopted a policy that could lead to it using bitcoin in city finances — prompted in part by the return of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump. The motion to become a “bitcoin-friendly city” and explore its possible municipal use was passed Wednesday by Vancouver city council.
Vancouver city council approves research into Bitcoin reserve
The city council of major Canadian city Vancouver gave the green light to study Bitcoin's integration in the local financial system.
Vancouver City Council Approves Bitcoin Passes Motion To Explore Bitcoin As Hedge Against Inflation
The motion, introduced by Mayor Ken Sim, received strong backing, with six councilors voting in favor, two opposing, and three absent during the decision. The initiative aims to evaluate Bitcoin's potential as a tool to hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.
Vancouver council passes mayor's motion to make city 'bitcoin-friendly'
Vancouver councillors passed a motion from Mayor Ken Sim on Wednesday that seeks to make the city "bitcoin-friendly," giving staff the thumbs up to explore holding cryptocurrency in reserve and accepting payments in the virtual currency.
Vancouver City Council to discuss proposal exploring Bitcoin as a reserve asset today
Vancouver City Council debates Mayor Ken Sim's proposal to use Bitcoin as a reserve asset to enhance financial strategy and stability.
Vancouver passes motion to become a ‘Bitcoin-friendly city’
Mayor Ken Sim introduced the motion to become a “Bitcoin-friendly city” before the Dec. 11 meeting, suggesting it could be a way to safeguard against inflation and currency devaluation. Six councilors supported the motion, two were in opposition, and three were absent.
Vancouver mayor defends bitcoin motion, says it's better than gold
City staff will now investigate Sim's idea of converting a portion of Vancouver's reserve funds to bitcoin, even though the province says it's not allowed.
Vancouver City Council Approves Motion to Pursue Bitcoin Integration
The Vancouver City Council has approved a pioneering motion to explore the integration of Bitcoin into the city’s financial framework, signaling a potential shift towards establishing Vancouver as a “Bitcoin-friendly city.
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Vancouver City Council Passes Pro-Bitcoin Motion Citing Fiat Challenges
The motion calls for the integration of bitcoin into Vancouver's financial strategies, including establishing a bitcoin ...
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Vancouver mayor's idea to create bitcoin reserve for city 'extremely risky': law professor
Mayor Ken Sim wants Vancouver to become a bitcoin-friendly city, and that could include accepting payments for city services in cryptocurrency. Sim, who's an investor in a cryptocurrency ...
Vancouver council direct staff to develop Bitcoin plan
Vancouver city council has directed staff to come up with a Bitcoin plan. Pushed by Mayor Ken Sim, it could allow residents ...