2 APAC Nations Have Ruled Out Central Bank Digital Currencies
The central banks of both Australia and New Zealand have said they do not plan to create their own digital currencies – at least for now.
Bank of Korea: Central Bank Cryptocurrencies Pose 'Moral Hazard'
South Korea's central bank has announced that it does not plan to launch its own digital currency over fears it could destabilize the economy.
Russian Institutions to Trial Central Bank ICO Platform
Two financial institutions are set to test a regulatory platform set up by the Bank of Russia that aims to make ICOs more transparent and secure.
Nigeria's Central Bank Again Warns on Crypto Investments
The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued another warning to residents and financial institutions over the risk of cryptocurrency investments.
Customer ID Now Required for Crypto Exchange Purchases in Malaysia
Malaysia's central bank is now requiring domestic crypto exchanges to comply with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer mandates.
South Africa's Central Bank Eyes JPMorgan Blockchain Tech
South Africa's central bank has launched a program that will trial JPMorgan's Quorum blockchain for interbank clearing and settlement.
'Bitcoin Could Alter the World,' Says Former US Senator
Former New Hampshire governor and three-term senator Judd Gregg has said he believes bitcoin could alter how the world views currency.
UK Central Bank Mulls Cryptocurrency Linked To Pounds Sterling
A research unit at the Bank of England is reportedly investigating the introduction of a cryptocurrency linked to the British pound.
Ubin Part 2: Singapore Central Bank Publishes Blockchain Project Details
A new report from the Monetary Authority of Singapore details the second phase of its "Project Ubin" blockchain project.
Singapore Central Banker: Regulators Have 'Duty' to Learn from ICOs
An executive Singapore's central bank has said that developments around initial coin offerings and cryptocurrencies can offer lessons for regulators.
