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How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

2015-08-04 12:29 PM | Omar Bessa

July 31 saw participants such as the World Bank and other financial elite from Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan gather in Argentina and Brazil to witness the potential of Bitcoin and blockchain technology, particularly for the Latin American region.

Argentina gets home-grown Exchange, defies Central Bank

Argentina gets home-grown Exchange, defies Central Bank

2014-05-30 09:26 AM | William Suberg

Amid warnings from its central bank, the Argentinean Bitcoin community is still expanding apace with the opening of Bitex.la, a pioneering local exchange for Bitcoin and Litecoin.

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

2015-02-28 09:11 PM | George Samman

The European Central Bank is finally launching its major quantitative easing (QE) in order to fight the euro zone’s slide towards deflation. But with the evident failure of this monetary policy so far and the emergence of negative interest rates, is the ECB creating the perfect storm for virtual currencies as a viable ...

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

2015-02-28 10:50 AM | Juan S. Galt

SuperNET version 1.1 Beta has been released on February 26, signaling a new era for cryptocurrencies, decentralized exchanges, and financial privacy alike. It is available for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu.

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

2015-05-17 06:20 PM | Joseph Young

A week after the announcement by the Central Bank of Denmark to abolish the printing of cash by 2016

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First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

2015-05-15 01:45 PM | George Samman

Central bank policy and regulations have made the markets illiquid.

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

2015-07-12 05:03 PM | George Samman

The Chinese government along with its Central Bank have taken extraordi-nary measures to halt the free-fall of its stock markets.

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

2014-07-06 09:32 PM | Bogdan Ulm

"Virtual and digital currencies can challenge the sovereignty of states,” says Gareth Murphy, senior Central Bank of Ireland official.

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

2015-06-19 04:07 PM | Allen Scott

Bitcoin regulation looks imminent in Ukraine, with the release of its own BitLicense draft. Initial reception has been described as “surprisingly positive” by the country’s Central Bank and financial sector.

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

2014-11-22 05:53 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

Uwe Cerron, Irvin Steve Cardenas, Juan Daniel Alvarado, and Daniel Doherty, a fourth student from another college, came together to become finalists in the Citi Mobile Challenge, a global competition that invited developers to reimagine digital banking and present solutions.

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

2015-04-07 10:02 AM | William Suberg

While Germany has become a hostile environment for Bitcoin in the EU, its central bank has revealed its engagement with cryptocurrency in 2014 in a consumer survey.

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

2015-02-05 12:37 PM | Diana Ngo

Italy's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), an organ of the Central Bank in charge of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, issued a statement warning digital currency businesses to stay vigilant regarding suspicious activities due to the lack of AML/KYC requirements for Italian companies.

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

2014-07-24 01:22 PM | Armand Tanzarian

After news that Latvian national air carrier airBaltic had begun to accept Bitcoin payments, cryptocurrencies suddenly became a hot topic for Latvian policymakers.

Russian Central Bank Admits “Bitcoin Might Have a Future”

Russian Central Bank Admits “Bitcoin Might Have a Future”

2014-07-02 12:45 PM | Allen Scott

The Russian government and its Central Bank could soon start developing regulations and guidance on how digital currencies are to be approached.

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

2015-05-13 07:45 PM | Amanda B. Johnson

With the recent downward spiral of the ruble (the fiat money printed by Central Bank of Russia), some have wondered whether Russians are flocking to bitcoins to save their wealth.

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

2014-06-26 12:58 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

While there have been a number of well-known private currencies during the last few centuries, the ones that could have challenged government currencies were usually taken down in one way or the other by the state.

“Central Bank always said BTC Exchanges Are Legitimate and Legal” - BTC China CEO, Bobby Lee

“Central Bank always said BTC Exchanges Are Legitimate and Legal” - BTC China CEO, Bobby Lee

2014-04-16 03:52 AM | William Chen

The price of Bitcoin has been steadily climbing upwards in the past two days as the April 15 deadline for Chinese-based lenders and payment companies to close the trading accounts of more than 10 domestic Bitcoin exchange platforms, has come and went.

The Central Bank of Russia Aims to Protect Citizenry from Bitcoin

The Central Bank of Russia Aims to Protect Citizenry from Bitcoin

2014-01-28 05:54 PM | Sascha Carroll

The Central Bank of Russian Federation has issued an official statement on the matters of the so-called “virtual currencies”, including Bitcoin as the most well-known and widespread type of cryptocoins at present time. The financial institution aims to protect the citizenry of the country from possible violations that ...

European Central Bank repeats its 2012 stance on digital currencies

European Central Bank repeats its 2012 stance on digital currencies

2014-03-25 10:36 PM | Michael K. Hamilton

At a speech in Rome yesterday, Yves Mersch of the European Central Bank reiterated the bank’s stance on cryptocurrencies from 2012, but warned that such currencies should not be ignored.

Hungary’s central bank dubs digital currencies “risky”

Hungary’s central bank dubs digital currencies “risky”

2014-02-21 09:11 AM | Michael K. Hamilton

Hungary has joined the parade of European countries whose central banks have issued warnings recently about the risks associated with cryptocurrencies.

Unlike Bitcoin, The Bank Of Japan Changes Goalposts Again

Unlike Bitcoin, The Bank Of Japan Changes Goalposts Again

2016-09-22 02:43 PM | Jacob J

The change of the central bank’s goals can cause huge trading losses for market participants. The advantage of Bitcoin is its predictability.

Will Central Banks Launch Their Own Bitcoin?

Will Central Banks Launch Their Own Bitcoin?

2016-08-17 04:45 PM | Shivdeep Dhaliwal

The world of banking is due for a huge upheaval if central banks go ahead and launch their own Bitcoin like cryptocurrency.

Can The European Central Bank Go DAO? How Blockchain Will Help Europe

Can The European Central Bank Go DAO? How Blockchain Will Help Europe

2016-05-27 04:26 PM | Benedict Herudek

Can the European Central Bank become a decentralized autonomous organization?

Central Banking Is Broken, Solution is Bitcoin, Panama Papers Reveal

Central Banking Is Broken, Solution is Bitcoin, Panama Papers Reveal

2016-04-08 12:57 PM | Joël Valenzuela

The Panama Papers leak reveals global corruption and hypocrisy as the world’s elite have been hiding their wealth to dodge taxes and escape scrutiny.

Google Failure, Ethereum Leaps, ECB Giveout in Cointelegraph Daily Digest

Google Failure, Ethereum Leaps, ECB Giveout in Cointelegraph Daily Digest

2016-04-01 06:50 PM | Margarita Khartanovich

This Friday the media discuss Google’s prank failure, Bitcoin investment, Ethereum potential and executives not feeling responsible for cybersecurity. Cointelegraph has collected important news to help you stay informed.

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How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

2015-08-04 12:29 PM | Omar Bessa

July 31 saw participants such as the World Bank and other financial elite from Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan gather in Argentina and Brazil to witness the potential of Bitcoin and blockchain technology, particularly for the Latin American region.

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

2015-07-12 05:03 PM | George Samman

The Chinese government along with its Central Bank have taken extraordi-nary measures to halt the free-fall of its stock markets.

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

2015-06-19 04:07 PM | Allen Scott

Bitcoin regulation looks imminent in Ukraine, with the release of its own BitLicense draft. Initial reception has been described as “surprisingly positive” by the country’s Central Bank and financial sector.

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

2015-05-17 06:20 PM | Joseph Young

A week after the announcement by the Central Bank of Denmark to abolish the printing of cash by 2016

First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

2015-05-15 01:45 PM | George Samman

Central bank policy and regulations have made the markets illiquid.

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

2015-05-13 07:45 PM | Amanda B. Johnson

With the recent downward spiral of the ruble (the fiat money printed by Central Bank of Russia), some have wondered whether Russians are flocking to bitcoins to save their wealth.

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

2015-04-07 10:02 AM | William Suberg

While Germany has become a hostile environment for Bitcoin in the EU, its central bank has revealed its engagement with cryptocurrency in 2014 in a consumer survey.

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

2015-02-28 09:11 PM | George Samman

The European Central Bank is finally launching its major quantitative easing (QE) in order to fight the euro zone’s slide towards deflation. But with the evident failure of this monetary policy so far and the emergence of negative interest rates, is the ECB creating the perfect storm for virtual currencies as a viable ...

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

2015-02-28 10:50 AM | Juan S. Galt

SuperNET version 1.1 Beta has been released on February 26, signaling a new era for cryptocurrencies, decentralized exchanges, and financial privacy alike. It is available for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu.

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

2015-02-05 12:37 PM | Diana Ngo

Italy's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), an organ of the Central Bank in charge of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, issued a statement warning digital currency businesses to stay vigilant regarding suspicious activities due to the lack of AML/KYC requirements for Italian companies.

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

2014-11-22 05:53 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

Uwe Cerron, Irvin Steve Cardenas, Juan Daniel Alvarado, and Daniel Doherty, a fourth student from another college, came together to become finalists in the Citi Mobile Challenge, a global competition that invited developers to reimagine digital banking and present solutions.

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

2014-07-24 01:22 PM | Armand Tanzarian

After news that Latvian national air carrier airBaltic had begun to accept Bitcoin payments, cryptocurrencies suddenly became a hot topic for Latvian policymakers.

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

2014-07-06 09:32 PM | Bogdan Ulm

"Virtual and digital currencies can challenge the sovereignty of states,” says Gareth Murphy, senior Central Bank of Ireland official.

Russian Central Bank Admits “Bitcoin Might Have a Future”

Russian Central Bank Admits “Bitcoin Might Have a Future”

2014-07-02 12:45 PM | Allen Scott

The Russian government and its Central Bank could soon start developing regulations and guidance on how digital currencies are to be approached.

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

2014-06-26 12:58 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

While there have been a number of well-known private currencies during the last few centuries, the ones that could have challenged government currencies were usually taken down in one way or the other by the state.

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

SuperNET’s Decentralized Exchange Aims to Put an End to Bitcoin Bank Heists

2015-02-28 10:50 AM | Juan S. Galt

SuperNET version 1.1 Beta has been released on February 26, signaling a new era for cryptocurrencies, decentralized exchanges, and financial privacy alike. It is available for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu.

How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

How 3 Central Banks & the Financial Elite Embraced Bitcoin for One Day

2015-08-04 12:29 PM | Omar Bessa

July 31 saw participants such as the World Bank and other financial elite from Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan gather in Argentina and Brazil to witness the potential of Bitcoin and blockchain technology, particularly for the Latin American region.

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

Why the European Central Bank is Paving the Way for Cryptocurrencies (Op-Ed)

2015-02-28 09:11 PM | George Samman

The European Central Bank is finally launching its major quantitative easing (QE) in order to fight the euro zone’s slide towards deflation. But with the evident failure of this monetary policy so far and the emergence of negative interest rates, is the ECB creating the perfect storm for virtual currencies as a viable ...

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

German Economist: ‘Stand Up for the Abolition of Cash,’ Stand Up for Central Banks

2015-05-17 06:20 PM | Joseph Young

A week after the announcement by the Central Bank of Denmark to abolish the printing of cash by 2016

First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

First Cracks Appear in Central Banking Gone Wild (Op-Ed)

2015-05-15 01:45 PM | George Samman

Central bank policy and regulations have made the markets illiquid.

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For updates and exclusive offers, enter your e-mail below.

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

Decentral Bank Upgrades Citi to Bank 2.0 That Handles Crypto

2014-11-22 05:53 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

Uwe Cerron, Irvin Steve Cardenas, Juan Daniel Alvarado, and Daniel Doherty, a fourth student from another college, came together to become finalists in the Citi Mobile Challenge, a global competition that invited developers to reimagine digital banking and present solutions.

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

The Xi Jinping Put: From Free Market to Free-Fall (Op-Ed)

2015-07-12 05:03 PM | George Samman

The Chinese government along with its Central Bank have taken extraordi-nary measures to halt the free-fall of its stock markets.

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

News Flash: 80% of Russians Haven't Heard of Bitcoin

2015-05-13 07:45 PM | Amanda B. Johnson

With the recent downward spiral of the ruble (the fiat money printed by Central Bank of Russia), some have wondered whether Russians are flocking to bitcoins to save their wealth.

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

Ireland Central Bank Official Admits Bitcoin’s Disruptive Potential

2014-07-06 09:32 PM | Bogdan Ulm

"Virtual and digital currencies can challenge the sovereignty of states,” says Gareth Murphy, senior Central Bank of Ireland official.

Argentina gets home-grown Exchange, defies Central Bank

Argentina gets home-grown Exchange, defies Central Bank

2014-05-30 09:26 AM | William Suberg

Amid warnings from its central bank, the Argentinean Bitcoin community is still expanding apace with the opening of Bitex.la, a pioneering local exchange for Bitcoin and Litecoin.

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

German Central Bank Survey: 41% Know ‘Niche Phenomenon’ of Bitcoin

2015-04-07 10:02 AM | William Suberg

While Germany has become a hostile environment for Bitcoin in the EU, its central bank has revealed its engagement with cryptocurrency in 2014 in a consumer survey.

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

Ukraine Drafts Its Own BitLicense, As ‘Surprisingly Positive’ Dialogue Begins With Central Bank

2015-06-19 04:07 PM | Allen Scott

Bitcoin regulation looks imminent in Ukraine, with the release of its own BitLicense draft. Initial reception has been described as “surprisingly positive” by the country’s Central Bank and financial sector.

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

Latvian Central Bank at Odds With National Airline Over Bitcoin

2014-07-24 01:22 PM | Armand Tanzarian

After news that Latvian national air carrier airBaltic had begun to accept Bitcoin payments, cryptocurrencies suddenly became a hot topic for Latvian policymakers.

Hungary’s central bank dubs digital currencies “risky”

Hungary’s central bank dubs digital currencies “risky”

2014-02-21 09:11 AM | Michael K. Hamilton

Hungary has joined the parade of European countries whose central banks have issued warnings recently about the risks associated with cryptocurrencies.

Central Banking Is Broken, Solution is Bitcoin, Panama Papers Reveal

Central Banking Is Broken, Solution is Bitcoin, Panama Papers Reveal

2016-04-08 12:57 PM | Joël Valenzuela

The Panama Papers leak reveals global corruption and hypocrisy as the world’s elite have been hiding their wealth to dodge taxes and escape scrutiny.

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

Italy’s Central Bank Addresses ECB, Clarifies Bitcoin’s Legal Status

2015-02-05 12:37 PM | Diana Ngo

Italy's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), an organ of the Central Bank in charge of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, issued a statement warning digital currency businesses to stay vigilant regarding suspicious activities due to the lack of AML/KYC requirements for Italian companies.

Central bank of Cyprus disapproves of cryptocurrencies

Central bank of Cyprus disapproves of cryptocurrencies

2014-02-12 10:29 AM | Michael K. Hamilton

Without a hint of irony, the central bank of Cyprus warned citizens against cryptocurrencies, noting that such money is not government-backed, volatile and ripe for money laundering.

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

IEA Think-Tank Report Expects Flood of Private Currencies, Says Central Bank “Should Welcome Competition”

2014-06-26 12:58 PM | Carlo Caraluzzo

While there have been a number of well-known private currencies during the last few centuries, the ones that could have challenged government currencies were usually taken down in one way or the other by the state.

Unlike Bitcoin, The Bank Of Japan Changes Goalposts Again

Unlike Bitcoin, The Bank Of Japan Changes Goalposts Again

2016-09-22 02:43 PM | Jacob J

The change of the central bank’s goals can cause huge trading losses for market participants. The advantage of Bitcoin is its predictability.

“Central Bank always said BTC Exchanges Are Legitimate and Legal” - BTC China CEO, Bobby Lee

“Central Bank always said BTC Exchanges Are Legitimate and Legal” - BTC China CEO, Bobby Lee

2014-04-16 03:52 AM | William Chen

The price of Bitcoin has been steadily climbing upwards in the past two days as the April 15 deadline for Chinese-based lenders and payment companies to close the trading accounts of more than 10 domestic Bitcoin exchange platforms, has come and went.

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