UK
George Osborne Unveils UK Plans to Explore Bitcoin
Chancellor George Osborne has announced a new initiative to explore the potential role of cryptocurrencies in Britain's economy.
UK Lifeboat Service Now Testing Bitcoin Donations
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution, informally known as the UK's fourth emergency service, is now trialling bitcoin donations.
Alpha Technology Blames PayPal Dispute for ASIC Delivery Delay
Manchester mining outfit Alpha Technology has missed its July delivery target, citing technical problems and a dispute with PayPal.
Elliptic Raises $2 Million in Funding for Bitcoin Vault Services
The UK-based bitcoin storage firm has announced $2m in new funding led by Octopus Investments.
Coinfloor Boosts UK Deposit Speeds In Customer Satisfaction Bid
Coinfloor is now accepting deposits from the UK via local bank transfer as part of a customer satisfaction effort.
ZipZap Resumes Cash-to-Bitcoin Services for UK Shoppers
ZipZap has formally reinstated its bitcoin buying service at more than 20,000 retail locations in the UK.
Could Jersey Rival Bali as the Next Bitcoin Island?
A group of business leaders have launched a scheme to develop the British Crown dependency as a 'Bitcoin Isle'.
Cai-Capital Opens Up UK Property to Foreign Cryptocurrency Investors
The company is offering international investors the chance to buy UK properties with an extensive range of digital currencies.
Thinktank: UK Should Privatise the Pound and Embrace Cryptocurrency
Today's Institute of Economic Affairs report states that the UK should privatise the pound and replace it with cryptocurrencies.
UK Charity Comic Relief Looking into Bitcoin Donations
The charity, which is best known for its 'Red Nose Day' telethon, is exploring the potential for cryptocurrency donations.
