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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.

Tech  ·  27 April 2016
Europe

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.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 April 2016
Exchanges

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.

Policy & regulation  ·  12 April 2016
Europe

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.

Business  ·  28 March 2016
UK

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.

Tech  ·  15 March 2016
UK

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.

Business  ·  8 March 2016
UK

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.

Markets  ·  2 March 2016
Europe

UK Financial Regulator Vows to Give Blockchain ‘Space’ to Grow

The UK FCA has said it does not plan to regulate the blockchain industry for now as it believes it needs "space" to grow.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 February 2016
Regulation

PwC Hires Ex-UK Regulator for New Blockchain Consultancy

A former regulator from one the UK's financial watchdogs has been hired by PwC to join its blockchain advisory team.

Business  ·  19 February 2016
Regulation

UK Parliament Considers Effects of Blockchain on Bank Solvency

A UK parliament discussion of a bill relating to financial services shows lawmakers are pondering the blockchain could affect bank solvency.

Markets  ·  15 February 2016
Europe

Five UK Mutual Funds Partner on Blockchain Trading Project

Five major UK fund houses have reportedly partnered on a project to explore blockchain technology's cost saving potential in trading systems.

Markets  ·  8 February 2016
Europe

Bank of England Economist Joins Ledger Journal Editorial Board

Ledger, a peer-reviewed academic journal devoted to cryptocurrencies, has added a Bank of England economist and researcher to its editorial board.

Markets  ·  2 February 2016
UK

Bank of England Launches Search for Blockchain-Savvy Interns

The Bank of England has launched a blockchain challenge, offering the winning students the possibility of a six-week paid internship.

Business  ·  25 November 2015
UK

UK Treasury: Digital Currencies Pose Lowest Money Laundering Risk

Digital currencies were deemed a “low” risk for money laundering and terrorism financing in a report published last month by the UK government.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 November 2015
Regulation

George Osborne: Digital Currencies Could ‘Play Big Part’ in Finance

George Osborne, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has issued new remarks about digital currencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 November 2015