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UK Government Announces New Cryptocurrency Research Effort
The U.K. government will launch new research aimed to explore the potential risks posed by cryptocurrencies, a minister has said.
Carney On Eve of G20: Cryptos Don't Pose Risks to Financial Stability
A group of central bank regulators and government ministers said Sunday that cryptocurrencies don't pose a risk to global financial stability.
UK Central Bank to Clamp Down on Crypto Money Laundering
The head of the Bank of England has said that the institution will step up its efforts to combat cryptocurrency money laundering.
Bank of England Has 'No Plans' to Launch Cryptocurrency
The Bank of England has dropped plans to launch its own digital currency amid concerns about its impact on the financial system.
UK Central Bank Mulls Cryptocurrency Linked To Pounds Sterling
A research unit at the Bank of England is reportedly investigating the introduction of a cryptocurrency linked to the British pound.
Bank of England Chief: Bitcoin Isn't a Threat to Financial Stability
Bank of England governor Mark Carney has said that bitcoin's meteoric price gains do not pose a threat to global financial stability.
UK Central Bank Unveils Blockchain Data Privacy Pilot
The Bank of England announced four new financial technology projects, including a proof-of-concept test for distributed ledger technologies.
US Bank Regulator Opens Door to National License for Bitcoin Firms
The acting U.S. Comptroller of Currency made remarks at an event yesterday that supported new cryptocurrency licensing and regulation.
BoE Official: Central Bank Digital Currency Would Need 'Extraordinary' Resilience
A Bank of England researcher wrote earlier this week that a central bank digital currency would need "extraordinary" levels of resilience to work.
Bank of England: DLT Shift Could Lead to New Securities Monopolies
The U.K.'s central bank has warned that a shift to DLT could bring about both positive and unwelcome changes in the securities settlement industry.
