George Osborne

George Osborne, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has issued new remarks about digital currencies.

Nov 11, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. UTC

Nov 11, 2015

Swiss investment bank UBS will open a London-based research lab to explore the application of blockchain technology in the fintech industry.

Apr 2, 2015 at 2:28 p.m. UTC

Apr 2, 2015

A combination of digital currencies and mobile technology may reshape the payments landscape, according to a new Bank of England research report.

Feb 25, 2015 at 7:15 p.m. UTC

Feb 25, 2015

The BBA and the Payments Council have published a response to the government's 'Call for Information' on digital currencies, issued last year.

Jan 19, 2015 at 7:55 p.m. UTC

Jan 19, 2015

Chancellor George Osborne has announced a new initiative to explore the potential role of cryptocurrencies in Britain's economy.

Aug 6, 2014 at 9:12 a.m. UTC

Aug 6, 2014