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UK Government Seeks Blockchain Pitches for £8 Million Startup Competition
A U.K. government agency is seeking pitches from blockchain startups as part of a competition focused on digital health solutions.
Blockchain Startup Billon Nets €2 Million From EU Research Fund
A U.K. blockchain startup has received a notable grant to continue its work with the technology.
UK Judge: 'No Doubt' Smart Contract Law Update Should Be Considered
The leading judge in England and Wales has said U.K. law may need to be updated to account for blockchain-based smart contracts.
The State of ICO Regulation? New Report Outlines Legal Status in 6 Nations
Fintech research firm Autonomous NEXT has published a new report on the regulatory and operational challenges faced internationally by ICOs.
UK Central Bank Tests Ripple’s Interledger Protocol for Cross-Border Payments
The UK’s central bank has released new details about a proof-of-concept it has developed in partnership with distributed ledger startup Ripple.
Bitcoin + Post-Trade? Nivaura Exits Stealth to Help Banks Use Open Blockchains
Blockchain startup Nivaura has been granted "restricted" permission from a UK regulator to issue and administer financial instruments.
Bitcoin Payroll Startup Bitwage Launches UK Services
Bitcoin startup Bitwage, which focuses on the international payroll market, is expanding its European footprint with a launch in the UK.
UK Financial Regulator Calls for Caution on Cryptocurrency Investing
An official at the UK's Financial Conduct Authority has issued cautionary comments amid a wave of new investment in the cryptocurrency market.
UK Finance Watchdog Adds More Blockchain Startups to Regulatory Sandbox
One of the UK's top finance regulators is expanding its regulatory 'sandbox' to include more blockchain startups.
UK Asset Manager Integrates Exchange-Traded Bitcoin Product
The issuer of a bitcoin exchange-traded note (ETN) based in Sweden has announced a new integration with UK investment service Hargreaves Lansdown.