According to Foresight News, Morten Søberg, former State Secretary at the Norwegian Ministry of Finance and member of the Norwegian Central Bank Supervisory Board, will assume the role of Secretary-General at the newly established Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) in August 2025. Søberg, who currently serves as the Director of Public Affairs at SpareBank 1, will lead the institute in its mission to oppose Bitcoin bans, advocate for legislative openness, and enhance public understanding of Bitcoin and the monetary system.
The Bitcoin Policy Institute has already received donations totaling approximately 1.517 BTC, equivalent to around 1.6 million Norwegian kroner, and has attracted 121 paid members. The institute aims to influence policy and foster a more informed dialogue around Bitcoin and its role in the financial landscape.
