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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.

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Innovate Finance to Open Blockchain Tech Research Lab

London-based Innovate Finance is opening a blockchain lab in partnership with UK government and IBM-founded Hartree Centre.

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Bitcoin Spam Tests 'Could Violate UK Law'

The bitcoin stress tests planned by CoinWallet could breach UK law, a legal professional has suggested.

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UK Government Exploring Use of Blockchain Recordkeeping

The UK government is exploring the use of blockchain technology in improving the transparency and accuracy of its record keeping.

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7 Politicians in Support of Bitcoin and Blockchain Tech

CoinDesk looks at some of the high-profile politicians embracing bitcoin and blockchain technology to date.

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UK Trade Mission Brings Bitcoin and FinTech to Southeast Asia

Last week, wallet provider Blockchain represented the bitcoin industry in an official government trade mission.

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Would an Encryption Ban Kill the UK's Bitcoin Businesses?

What impact, if any, would a UK encryption ban have on bitcoin businesses? A few company representatives have spoken out about the government's plans.

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Coinfloor Launches Broker-Based UK Bitcoin Marketplace

London-based bitcoin exchange Coinfloor has announced the launch of a broker-based peer-to-peer marketplace.

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Silicon Valley Bank: UK Should Regulate Digital Currency Firms

The UK government should regulate activity in the cryptocurrency space and help to create global legislation, according to Silicon Valley Bank.

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