UK
LazyCoins Launch Highlights Challenges for UK Bitcoin Businesses
A British startup boasting registration as a Money Services Business has launched a cryptocurrency exchange amid regulatory confusion.
CoinJar Redesigns iOS Wallet App for More Social Experience
CoinJar's updated mobile app is simple to use and allows faster payments to all addresses, plus fiat currency transfers between CoinJar accounts.
UK Exchange Launches with Backing From Regulated E-Money Firm
The team behind an FCA-regulated e-money issuer has launched a bitcoin and litecoin exchange aimed at the UK market.
Green Activist is First Mainstream UK Politician to Accept Bitcoin
London-based green activist Gulnar Hasnain has become the first mainstream political candidate to accept bitcoin in the UK.
BBA, Payments Council Respond to UK 'Call for Information' on Digital Currencies
The BBA and the Payments Council have published a response to the government's 'Call for Information' on digital currencies, issued last year.
Yacuna Exchange Introduces Instant GBP Deposits for UK Customers
Cryptocurrency exchange Yacuna now allows UK-based customers to instantly deposit GBP in their accounts via SOFORT Banking.
UK Treasury Committee MP: Bitcoin Doesn't Need New Laws
A member of the UK Parliament's Treasury Select Committee has said bitcoin is an "excellent" payment system that doesn't need a new set of rules.
Bitcoin Industry Responds to UK Treasury's Call for Information
The UK Digital Currency Association and others have responded to the Treasury's public call for information on digital currencies.
Bitcoin Startup CoinJar Cites Tax as Influence on UK Relocation
Australian bitcoin exchange and payment processor CoinJar is relocating its headquarters to London, citing a more favorable tax environment.
