UK
Bank of England Explores Blockchain, Says Digital Currency is Far Off
The Bank of England is continuing to explore distributed ledger technology as part of a wider embrace of financial technology.
Ransomware Concerns Prompt UK Businesses to Buy Bitcoins, Survey Finds
A number of IT companies in the UK are stocking up on bitcoins in the event of a ransomware infection, according to a recent survey.
UK Government Awards £248k for Ethereum Prototype
The UK government has awarded £248k to a startup that is building a cross-border payments tool using Ethereum.
UK Government Could Track Student Loans and Grants with Blockchain
The UK government is looking at the use of blockchains to track student loans and public grants.
UK Treasury Won't Seek AML Rules for Bitcoin Wallet Providers
The UK Treasury has said in a new report that it won’t impose AML rules on digital currency wallet providers in a bid to avoid regulatory burdens.
What Circle's UK E-Money License Means for Bitcoin and Blockchain
Industry commentators weigh in on the impact of Circle's new e-money license in the UK.
IEEE to Talk Blockchain Tech at Cloud Computing Oxford-Con
An Oxford University event for computing professionals will explore applications for blockchain tech in cloud computing.
Researchers Propose Blockchain for Central Banks But Bank of England Not Involved
Researchers have proposed a new kind of cryptocurrency that puts a central bank in control of the network but retains a transparent ledger.
70% of Financial Institutions Believe Blockchain Will Be Good for Business
So much for disruption? A new survey says 70% of financial institutions believe blockchain will positively impact their business.
Bank of England Official: Digital Currencies Could Impair Bank Lending
Bank of England deputy governor Ben Broadbent discussed the possibility of central bank-issued digital currencies today.
