Central Bank
Blockchain Could Expand Central Bank Access, Says Bank of Japan
Central banks could allow access around the clock if they used blockchains, a senior Bank of Japan official speculated last week.
Cambodia's Central Bank Signs Deal to Develop Blockchain Tech
Add Cambodia's central bank to the list of major financial market managers investigating blockchain and distributed ledger tech.
The IMF Just Finished its First 'High Level' Meeting on Blockchain
The IMF just held a meeting of an advisory group on fintech – one that featured heavy representation from blockchain industry execs.
Bank of England: Next-Gen Settlement System Will Be DLT Compatible
After review, the UK central bank said today it will build the next version of its settlement system with distributed ledger tech in mind.
Philly Fed President Praises Blockchain's Authentication Abilities
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia became the latest arm of the US central bank to discuss the impact of blockchain this week.
Indian Central Banker: Potential of Blockchain Currencies 'Overstated'
A deputy governor for the Reserve Bank of India critiqued digital currencies such as bitcoin in a speech today.
Canada’s Central Bank is 'Open' to More Blockchain Tests
Canada’s central bank said it’s willing to try out more blockchain prototypes, according to one of its senior officials.
Project Jasper: Lessons From Bank of Canada's First Blockchain Project
Canada's central bank discusses new takeaways from six months of distributed ledger experimentation.
The Philippines Just Released New Rules for Bitcoin Exchanges
The central bank of the Philippines has released new guidelines for bitcoin exchanges operating in the country.
France's Central Bank Wants to Work With More Blockchain Startups
France’s central bank is opening up a new innovation lab, with an eye to collaborate with blockchain startups.
