Europe
Why EBA Proposals Would Set an Absurd Precedent for Bitcoin Startups
The EBA's new proposals for digital currency could make starting a bitcoin exchange more onerous than opening a bank, argues lawyer Adam Vaziri.
New KnCMiner Owners Seek to Revive Bitcoin Firm With Acquisition
A preliminary sale that would find bitcoin mining firm KnCMiner continuing under new ownership has been approved.
Bank Regulator Calls for Broader Oversight of EU Bitcoin Services
The European Banking Authority is calling for greater regulatory oversight for bitcoin exchanges and custodial wallets.
Barclays Collaboration Sets Forth Vision for Smart Contracts Future
Barclays exec Lee Braine discusses a new position paper he believes has codified his bank's view on smart contracts tech.
Is the EU Building a Database of Digital Currency Users?
Is the EU seeking to limit the privacy of bitcoin users? A deeper analysis of recent proposals suggests that the question may not have an easy answer.
Gibraltar Stock Exchange to List Bitcoin Investment Product
A private stock exchange based in Gibraltar is adding an exchange traded instrument (ETI) invested in bitcoin.
Central Bank Digital Currencies Could Boost GDP, Bank of England Says
The Bank of England has released new research suggesting a central bank-issued digital currency could lead to an increase in GDP.
UK Parliament Hearing to Highlight Government Blockchain Applications
A UK House of Lords committee will meet next week to hear testimony from academics and representatives of the blockchain industry.
Dutch Central Bank Prepares its Boldest Blockchain Experiment Yet
The central bank of the Netherlands is preparing an ambitious experiment aimed at discerning if a financial market can be built on a blockchain.
Belgian Regulators Issue Warning About OneCoin Investment Scheme
A top finance regulator Belgium has issued a warning about OneCoin.
