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In a new report, the European Central Bank (ECB) has said it is investigating blockchain use within its securities and payments settlement systems.

Feb 17, 2016 at 3:15 p.m. UTC

Feb 17, 2016

Yves Mersch, member of the Executive Board of the European Central Bank, has said adoption of blockchain technology could disrupt payments.

Jan 21, 2016 at 4:26 p.m. UTC

Jan 21, 2016

The European Central Bank has released a new report on digital currencies, calling them an "inherently unstable" yet innovative technology.

Mar 2, 2015 at 10:50 p.m. UTC

Mar 2, 2015

The European Banking Authority has warned that financial institutions should not buy, hold or sell digital currencies – yet.

Jul 4, 2014 at 10:52 a.m. UTC

Jul 4, 2014

ECB Executive Board member Yves Mersch said this week that bitcoin is inferior to the euro.

May 21, 2014 at 5:32 p.m. UTC

May 21, 2014

The European Central Bank (ECB) has reiterated its position on digital currencies, saying they should not be overlooked.

Mar 25, 2014 at 12:16 p.m. UTC

Mar 25, 2014