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A Big Bet on UK Politics: The Crypto Millionaire Backing Farage's Party

UKSaturday, December 6, 2025
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A huge donation just shook up UK politics. A crypto investor gave a massive £9 million to Reform UK, the party led by Nigel Farage. This isn't just about the money. It's a sign of how big donors might try to shape new political parties.

The Donor: Christopher Harborne

The donor, Christopher Harborne, made his fortune early in Bitcoin. He also owns a big chunk of Bitfinex, a major crypto exchange. Bitfinex is linked to Tether, the biggest stablecoin out there. This shows how crypto wealth is now flowing into politics.

A Warning Sign?

Some people see this as a warning. They think it's like what's happening in the US, where big money backs certain candidates. Could this be the start of a trend in the UK? Only time will tell.

Reform UK's Future

Reform UK is still new. It's making policies from scratch. This donation could give it a big boost. But will it change how people see the party? Or will it just raise more questions?

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