Central Bank
Australian Central Bank: Regulating Blockchain Protocols 'Unlikely to Be Effective'
Cryptocurrencies don't pose "any pressing regulatory issues" for the Australian central bank's policies for payments.
Bitcoin Is a Commodity Not a Currency, Says South Korean Central Bank Chief
The head of South Korea's central bank has ruled out classifying bitcoin as a currency, according to a new report.
Bank of Canada Announces Phase 3 of 'Project Jasper' DLT Trial
Canada's central bank is gearing up for the next phase of its "Project Jasper" blockchain research initiative, according to a new announcement.
Brazil Central Bank Chief Compares Bitcoin to Pyramid Scheme
The president of Brazil's central bank compared bitcoin to a financial scam, according to newly published statements.
PBoC Digital Currency Director Calls for Centralized State Cryptocurrency
Head of cryptocurrency research at the People's Bank of China offered new critiques of bitcoin today, arguing it will never pass muster as a currency.
Lithuania's Central Bank Publishes New ICO Guidance
Lithuania's central bank has published a new position note on the legality of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs).
Nigerian Central Bank Director: Cryptocurrency Wave 'Cannot Be Stopped'
A representative of the Central Bank of Nigeria opened up about his views on cryptocurrency at a technology-specific conference this week.
Germany's Central Bank: Consumers Won't Use Blockchain for Payments
Germany's central bank has published a new blockchain research paper.
Russia's Central Bank Issues Warning on Cryptocurrencies and ICOs
The Bank of Russia, the country's central bank, has issued a new statement on the risks of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings.
Brazil's Central Bank Considers Blockchain Settlement Prototype
Brazil's central bank is seeking to investigate possible use cases for blockchain tech and is now moving toward prototyping.
