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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.

By Pete RizzoMar 8, 2016

Bank of England deputy governor Ben Broadbent discussed the possibility of central bank-issued digital currencies today.

By Stan HigginsMar 2, 2016

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

By Daniel PalmerFeb 23, 2016

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

By Stan HigginsFeb 19, 2016

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

By Pete RizzoFeb 15, 2016

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

By Daniel PalmerFeb 8, 2016

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

By Daniel PalmerFeb 2, 2016

CoinDesk examines the most notable recommendations from a new report on distributed ledger tech issued by the UK's chief scientific adviser.

By Daniel PalmerJan 24, 2016

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

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

By Stan HigginsNov 18, 2015

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