Central Bank

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The head of a unit at the Russian central bank focused in part on FinTech sees a potential role for blockchain use in finance and other industries.

By Stan HigginsJun 3, 2016

Markets

A new report undertaken by the Bank of Korea has recommended that the central bank should pay close attention to blockchain technology.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 2, 2016

Markets

The People’s Bank of China, the nation’s central bank, is investigating the launch of its own digital currency.

By Stan HigginsJan 20, 2016

Markets

The Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia has advised its citizens not to use digital currencies such as bitcoin.

By Stan HigginsDec 16, 2015

Markets

Two Barbadian economists have concluded that the country's central bank may want to consider holding a small amount of bitcoin as part of its portfolio of foreign reserves.

By Yessi Bello PerezNov 30, 2015

Markets

Digital currencies could disrupt the ability to central banks to oversee the economy or issue money should global adoption take place, says the BIS.

By Stan HigginsNov 23, 2015

Markets

Central banks would "struggle" to implement monetary policy if digital currencies become more widely used, according to a Bank of Canada official.

By Stan HigginsNov 16, 2015

Markets

Ukraine's National Bank has warned against the associated risks that come with digital currencies such as bitcoin.

By Yessi Bello PerezOct 5, 2015

Markets

The Bank of England’s top economist has suggested that a digital currency based on bitcoin could alleviate monetary policy problems.

By Stan HigginsSep 18, 2015

Markets

Digital currency exchanges are not required to comply with anti-money laundering rules, according to new guidance from the Banca d'Italia.

By Joon Ian WongFeb 5, 2015