UK
7 Politicians in Support of Bitcoin and Blockchain Tech
CoinDesk looks at some of the high-profile politicians embracing bitcoin and blockchain technology to date.
UK Trade Mission Brings Bitcoin and FinTech to Southeast Asia
Last week, wallet provider Blockchain represented the bitcoin industry in an official government trade mission.
Would an Encryption Ban Kill the UK's Bitcoin Businesses?
What impact, if any, would a UK encryption ban have on bitcoin businesses? A few company representatives have spoken out about the government's plans.
Coinfloor Launches Broker-Based UK Bitcoin Marketplace
London-based bitcoin exchange Coinfloor has announced the launch of a broker-based peer-to-peer marketplace.
Silicon Valley Bank: UK Should Regulate Digital Currency Firms
The UK government should regulate activity in the cryptocurrency space and help to create global legislation, according to Silicon Valley Bank.
RBS Trials Ripple as Part of £3.5 Billion Tech Revamp
RBS confirmed it is undertaking a proof-of-concept with Ripple technology, following a high-profile payments mishap earlier this month.
Home Office: UK Should Create a Crime-Fighting Cryptocurrency
The UK Home Office believes the government should consider creating its own digital currency that increases the traceability of transactions.
Welshman Pleads Guilty to Silk Road 2.0 Drug Offences
A 29 year-old man in Wales has pleaded guilty to five drug charges related to the Silk Road 2.0 marketplace, but did not make a deal with prosecutors.
MasterCard: Digital Currency’s Risks Outweigh the Benefits
The risks presented by digital currencies far outweigh the benefits, MasterCard has claimed.
