Speaking on stage at Bitcoin 2026, Sen. Cynthia Lummis said Bitcoin does not require a third party and argued that its value proposition is built into its formula.
Sen. Cynthia Lummis described Bitcoin as "freedom money" during an appearance at Bitcoin 2026. In her on-stage remarks, she said Bitcoin does not require a third party and stated that its value proposition is built into the formula. The comments reflect a common argument from Bitcoin supporters that the network’s design allows users to transfer and hold value without relying on a central intermediary.