Central Bank
Bank of Canada: Bitcoin Could Create 'New Monetary Order'
Central banks would "struggle" to implement monetary policy if digital currencies become more widely used, according to a Bank of Canada official.
Ukraine's National Bank Issues Bitcoin Warning
Ukraine's National Bank has warned against the associated risks that come with digital currencies such as bitcoin.
Bank of England Economist Proposes National Digital Currency
The Bank of England’s top economist has suggested that a digital currency based on bitcoin could alleviate monetary policy problems.
Italian Central Bank: No AML Requirement for Bitcoin Exchanges
Digital currency exchanges are not required to comply with anti-money laundering rules, according to new guidance from the Banca d'Italia.
Bitcoin Foundation Ukraine: Central Bank Warning Isn't a Ban
The Ukrainian chapter of the Bitcoin Foundation has given its opinion on a central bank statement concerning the legal status of bitcoin.
New Zealand Central Bank 'Not Threatened' by Bitcoin's Rise
The deputy governor of New Zealand's central bank has spoken positively of digital currencies like bitcoin.
Swedish Central Bank Research: Bitcoin Hasn't Affected the Economy
Sweden's central bank has published research detailing bitcoin's impact on its retail payment system and krona trading volume.
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.
Irish Central Banker Envisions Hybrid Bitcoin-Fiat Future
Gareth Murphy, the director of markets for the Central Bank of Ireland, spoke at BitFin 2014 today.
Bolivia's Central Bank Bans Bitcoin
El Banco Central de Bolivia has issued statements formally banning any currency not issued by the state, including bitcoin.
