Central Banking

China's Central Bank Eyes Crypto as Possible Yuan Risk

The People's Bank of China says cryptocurrencies will be a top priority for the agency this year, in an effort to protect the national currency.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 29, 2018

China is still in the process of developing a state digital currency, the chief of a government-funded blockchain research center has said.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 29, 2018

A trialed blockchain system for interbank clearance was not as efficient as the current centralized system, says a central bank report.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 23, 2018

Argentina's Central Bank chairman, Frederico Sturzenegger, said the G20 members are looking for "specific recommendations" on cryptocurrencies.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 20, 2018

Time Magazine reported Tuesday that the Russian government helped Venezuela develop the petro cryptocurrency with the support of Vladimir Putin.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 20, 2018

The US Treasury Department has just published five tips for building blockchain projects based on lessons learned during work on a proof-of-concept.

By Leigh CuenMar 20, 2018

A report from the Bank of France advocates strict regulations for crypto-assets, including a ban on activity by banks, insurers and trust companies.

The U.K. government will launch new research aimed to explore the potential risks posed by cryptocurrencies, a minister has said.

By Leigh CuenMar 19, 2018

A group of central bank regulators and government ministers said Sunday that cryptocurrencies don't pose a risk to global financial stability.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 19, 2018

The Bank of Lithuania has called for developer proposals to kick off its service-based blockchain platform called LBChain.

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