Sweden
Sweden's Government to Sell Seized Bitcoin in Open Auction
The Swedish government is to hold a week-long bitcoin auction, starting today, with 0.6 BTC for up for grabs.
Swedish Police to Seek EU Funds for Cryptocurrency Research
National police forces in Europe are seeking new cash for research on how to tackle cybercrimes involving digital currency.
Bitcoin Investment Vehicle Adopts Open Strategy Ahead of Blockchain Fork
The provider of a bitcoin ETN has said that it will track what the market considers to be "bitcoin" following a possible network split next week.
Exchange-Traded Bitcoin Vehicle Announces Cold Storage Deal
XBT Provider, a Swedish bitcoin investment company, has announced a new partnership with cryptocurrency storage startup Xapo.
Swedish Government Utility Trials Blockchain Energy Transfers
The trading branch of Vattenfall, a leading Swedish power company wholly owned by the government, is testing a blockchain trading platform.
Why a Swedish MP Is Joining Bitcoin Exchange BTCX
Mathias Sundin, Swedish Parliament member – and now chairman of the board for BTCX – talks about his love of bitcoin.
Why Sweden is Taking a Chance on Blockchain Land Registry
Sweden's land registry authority Lantmäteriet sits down with CoinDesk for an exclusive interview on its blockchain R&D efforts.
Sweden Incorporates Iran Investment Firm Using Only Bitcoin
Sweden has opened a route for unbanked startups to incorporate with bitcoin accounts, and boosted investments in Iran at the same time.
Blockchain's Trust Paradox
A Nordic country known for its friendliness and stoicism may be about to show us the importance of trust.
Sweden Moves to Next Stage With Blockchain Land Registry
An initiative by Sweden’s land registry authority to trial blockchain technology for recording property deals has just moved to its second phase.
