IMF

Regulation

IMF Paper: Regulation Should Preserve Benefits of Digital Currency

The IMF has released a paper looking at the benefits of virtual currencies and recommending balanced regulation that would not stifle innovation.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 January 2016
Banking

IMF Chief: Banks Shouldn’t Fear Bitcoin or the Blockchain

The chief of the International Monetary Fund told a group of bankers this week that they don't have much to fear from bitcoin.

Business  ·  5 November 2015
IMF

IMF and World Bank Panel: Bitcoin Block Chain Could Boost Financial Inclusion

An International Monetary Fund and World Bank panel looked at bitcoin's potential role in financial inclusion this week.

Business  ·  14 October 2014
Bitcoin

IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings Explore Block Chain’s Potential

Bitcoin was discussed at the annual International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings held in Washington, DC, this weekend.

Business  ·  14 October 2014
Regulation

Bitcoin Analysts Contribute to a Post-Legal Tender Era

As Bitcoin increases its influence in national economies, fiscal and monetary policy implications will begin to take center stage.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 December 2013