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ING: Future Bitcoin Protocol Should Include Central Bank Functions

ING Bank has issued a new video assessment of bitcoin that suggests how it can be improved.

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Under the Microscope: The True Costs of Banking

Hass McCook compares the relative sustainability of the bitcoin network with the legacy banking system.

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Middle East Investment Bank: Bitcoin Could Ignite Regional E-Commerce

Middle Eastern investment bank Markaz has issued a report on bitcoin's potential in e-commerce and the oil trade.

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European Bank to Study Benefits of Integrating Bitcoin Technology

The Estonian bank LHV will examine bitcoin bank services and the use of the block chain technology.

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Capital One Hiring Data Analysts With Bitcoin Know-How

The US bank holding company is seeking data scientists with sufficient expertise to investigate cryptocurrencies and other disruptive technologies.

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Fidor Exec: Banks Can't Avoid Competition from Cryptocurrencies

Fidor COO Michael Maier tells CoinDesk about the bank's growing role in serving and expanding the digital currency ecosystem.

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Saxo CEO: Bitcoin's Liquidity Problems Are Driving Banks Away

Saxo Bank co-founder and CEO Lars Seier Christensen has said the market isn't right for banks – yet.

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New Mobile Payment System 'Paym' Poses Challenge for Bitcoin

A new payment system, Paym, allows people to send money to each other using only mobile numbers.

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National Australia Bank Turns Back on Bitcoin, Closes Accounts

Australia's bitcoin-friendliest bank turns cold, closing accounts due to 'unacceptable risk' to its business and reputation.

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Federal Bank VP: Bitcoin Threat Means Banks Must 'Adapt or Die'

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis can compete with bitcoin as currency, but not payments, said David Andolfatto.

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