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UBS to Research Blockchain Technology in London Lab
Swiss investment bank UBS will open a London-based research lab to explore the application of blockchain technology in the fintech industry.
Goldman Sachs Report Says Bitcoin Could Shape 'Future of Finance'
Goldman Sachs has published a report naming bitcoin and Ripple among the technology trends that could shape the future of global finance and payments.
US Bank Regulator: Virtual Currencies Could Be 'Revolutionary'
Speaking before the Institute of International Bankers this week, the US Comptroller of the Currency discussed virtual currency.
Bank of England: Digital Currencies Could Revolutionise Payments
A combination of digital currencies and mobile technology may reshape the payments landscape, according to a new Bank of England research report.
Bitcoin.de Launches Integration With Fidor Bank Accounts
Bitcoin.de has announced enhanced services as a result of its partnership with Fidor Bank, allowing EUR/BTC trades to be completed within "seconds".
Policy Experts Talk Transparency in Bitcoin at Foreign Affairs Event
Foreign Affairs hosted an event to discuss the issues around trust where cryptocurrency is involved in global banking, payments and identity.
SWIFT Event to Discuss Bitcoin's Impact on Banking
The SWIFT Business Forum comes to New York next month with a panel of payments and cryptocurrency professionals.
Bank Suspends Polish Bitcoin Exchange's Accounts
Polish bitcoin exchange BitMarket.pl had its bank accounts suspended earlier this week due to a legal issue.
Volatility, Deflation and Manipulation: A Response to Bitcoin's Critics
Criticisms from bitcoin pundits in the press almost always boil down to a few common misconceptions, argues Jon Matonis.
