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Minnesota State Senator Jeremy Miller has introduced the Minnesota Bitcoin Act, a proposal he created after a complete shift in his views on Bitcoin.
Minnesota Bitcoin Act Seeks to Modernize State Finances
Minnesota could become one of the first states to use Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for state investments, retirement plans, and tax payments. The Minnesota Bitcoin Act (SF2661), introduced by Senator Jeremy Miller on March 18, aims to expand financial options, modernize payments, and create new opportunities for residents.
“As I do more research on cryptocurrency and hear from more and more constituents, I’ve gone from being highly skeptical to learning more about it, to believing in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies,” Miller noted in a March 18 statement.
Miller believes the bill will help “promote prosperity” for Minnesotans by letting the Minnesota State Board of Investment to invest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, just like it does with traditional assets.
“I believe global digital currencies are here to stay and it’s inevitable that they become more and more mainstream,” he said. He further added Crypto is a versatile digital asset that can be used in multiple ways, including as investments, global currency, or a hedge against inflation. Besides, 23 other states are also exploring similar Bitcoin reserve bills.
Miller’s bill would allow Minnesota state employees to add Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to their retirement accounts. It would also give residents the option to pay state taxes and fees with Bitcoin.
States Follow Lummis’ Lead with Bitcoin Reserve Bills
Several states are pushing forward with Bitcoin and crypto measures. Texas lawmakers are advancing a plan for a state-managed Bitcoin reserve, along with nearly two dozen other states. New Hampshire is considering a bill to allow state investment in Bitcoin, and Colorado and Utah accept crypto for tax payments. Louisiana uses crypto for state service payments. The federal government is also exploring proposals for a national Bitcoin reserve.
Under the bill, investment gains from Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies would be exempt from state income taxes. In the U.S., up to $10,000 paid to the state can be deducted from federal taxes, but amounts above that are taxed at both the state and federal levels.
More U.S. states are introducing Bitcoin reserve bills, following Senator Cynthia Lummis’ July proposal for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act, which directs the federal government to buy 200,000 Bitcoin annually for five years, totaling 1 million Bitcoin. On March 12, Lummis reintroduced the BITCOIN Act, allowing the government to hold over 1 million Bitcoin as part of a new reserve.
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Minnesota State Senator Jeremy Miller has introduced the Minnesota Bitcoin Act, a proposal he created after a complete shift in his views on Bitcoin. Minnesota Bitcoin Act Seeks to Modernize State Finances Minnesota could become one of the first states to use Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for state investments, retirement plans, and tax payments. The …
American financial services company Robinhood has announced that it is set to acquire WonderFi, a leading Canadian fintech and crypto platform, for $178.9 million (250 million CAD). The firm will buy WonderFi’s shares for $0.26 (0.36 CAD) each.
Robinhood announced the deal on May 13. This marks a significant step in its international expansion into the Canadian cryptocurrency market.
Robinhood to Enter Canadian Market via WonderFi Acquisition
According to the official announcement, Robinhood will finance the purchase with cash. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals, court approval, and WonderFi shareholder consent.
Notably, WonderFi currently manages over 2.1 billion CAD in custodied assets. It operates two Canadian-regulated digital asset exchanges, Bitbuy and Coinsquare. Furthermore, in 2024, the platform recorded a trading volume of 3.57 billion CAD and revenue of 62.1 million CAD.
“WonderFi has built a formidable family of brands serving beginner and advanced crypto users alike, making them an ideal partner to accelerate Robinhood’s mission in Canada,” Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Robinhood Crypto, stated.
With this latest move, Robinhood aims to expand its offerings in Canada, a growing crypto market. The acquisition will leverage WonderFi’s technologies and products, including crypto trading, staking, and custody services.
Following the agreement, WonderFi will operate under Robinhood Crypto while continuing to deliver its existing products to Canadian customers. The WonderFi leadership team, including President and CEO Dean Skurka, will remain in place. They will join forces with Robinhood’s existing Canadian workforce of over 140 employees, based primarily in Toronto.
“WonderFi and Robinhood are united in our visions of making crypto accessible and bringing more people into the crypto space,” Skurka said.
The news positively impacted Robinhood’s stock, HOOD. According to Yahoo Finance data, the stock prices rose 8.9% to $62.5 at market close. Additionally, HOOD appreciated an additional 0.3% to $62.7 in after-hours trading.
This latest decision aligns with Robinhood’s broader strategy to expand its global footprint in the cryptocurrency sector. In 2024, the firm entered an agreement to acquire Bitstamp.
These deals are supported by a more favorable regulatory environment under President Trump’s second term. In fact, in late February, the SEC dropped its investigation into Robinhood, with similar steps taken for Coinbase, OpenSea, and others.
Meanwhile, Robinhood isn’t alone in its expansion plans. On May 8, Coinbase announced its $2.9 billion purchase of Deribit. Preceding that, Ripple acquired Hidden Road for $1.25 billion. In addition, Kraken bought NinjaTrader in a $1.5 billion deal. This reflects a broader trend of major crypto players acquiring financial platforms.
