What do Swiss politicians say about crypto, in public?

“The Federal Council aims to sustainably position Switzerland as a leading location in the field of blockchain.”

“The blockchain and crypto market is growing rapidly and changing quickly. Switzerland must have the ambition to be among the best.”

“We are seeking clarity on whether the Swiss National Bank has the legal framework to hold Bitcoin as an asset to cover the money supply and what adjustments would be necessary if this is not the case.”

“Yes, I fully support the initiative because it gives the SNB another tool to fulfill its important tasks such as price stability.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? No. I am fundamentally against technology bans, as they hinder progress and innovation.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Yes. I personally hold cryptocurrencies, introduced the crypto donation as the former president of the Young Liberals of Switzerland, and am a founding member of the Swiss Blockchain Federation.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 3: We have taken important steps with the DLT legislation, which is why the political (legal) need for action is currently not as high as it once was.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? No, I am fundamentally open to new technologies.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 2: My areas of expertise lie elsewhere. Without specialization, serious policy is not possible.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Yes, but only superficially.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Yes, my first transactions are now over 6 years ago. I am interested in the potential impact on the economy and society, in addition to the technical aspect. More competition in the financial system is very welcome.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? No. I consider excessive regulation or even bans to be the greatest danger for crypto assets, because of course a ban would be technically unfeasible but it would prevent institutional investors from investing. However, that is exactly what is needed for the journey to the moon.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 5: Very high in the sense that I am convinced it holds great potential and is also an opportunity for Switzerland, which has been involved from the very beginning but must be careful not to fall behind. The same applies to NFT, DAO, and other applications.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Not very much.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? I am in favor of strict supervision to prevent cryptocurrencies from being a vehicle for money laundering.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 2: Only under the angel of money laundering.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Yes, we have discussed early on in the Parliamentary Group on Digital Sustainability how to position and regulate cryptocurrencies in the financial market.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? No, in a free market, all types of currencies should be available.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 3: For my policy, I classify digital assets at level 3, with a rising trend.”

“Do you support a Bitcoin ban? No.”

“Have you already dealt with cryptocurrencies? Yes.”

“What priority do digital assets have in your policy (1 = very low, 5 = very high)? 5: One must seize the opportunities.”