‘Bitcoin’ gets trademarked in UK, firm threatens Etsy store
A search of the trademark number on the UK’s official Intellectual Property Office website turned up a registration for the term ‘Bitcoin’ by people at A.B.C. IPHOLDINGS SOUTH WEST LLC.
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UK’s LMAX fiat exchange embraces cryptocurrency
The UK fiat trading platform LMAX is getting in on the cryptocurrency fun, launching an exchange designed for the growing market of institutional investors.
UK’s Centrica turns to blockchains for greener energy
Centrica has begun trialing blockchains using distributed ledger technology to enhance the company’s Local Energy Market under its Exergy program.
London police nab prolific cybercriminal, seize $700,000 in BTC
Going by the name of “Courvoisier” online, Grant West allegedly concocted a series of cybercrimes directed at more than 100 companies between July and December 2015.
Financial watchdog confirms crypto derivatives’ regulatory status in UK
The latest statement from the Financial Conduct Authority specifies that cryptocurrency derivatives, under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II, can be defined as financial instruments.
Financial analyst drags Facebook to court over scam crypto ads
Martin Lewis is suing Facebook in the UK High Court for defamation, claiming the social media network published well over 50 fake advertisements that used Lewis's image to promote a fake product or investment scams.
Strong demand drive cryptocurrency spread betting, CFDs in UK
Initially to be restricted to professional traders, CMC’s cryptocurrency contracts for difference and spread betting products provide an investment similar to derivatives, allowing for greater trading flexibility and leverage.
Coinbase finds a friend in Barclays bank
Barclays allowed Coinbase to open an account with the bank, making it easier for British traders to move their crypto to fiat and vice versa.
Bank of England governor calls for regulation to end crypto ‘anarchy’
England will not have a national cryptocurrency soon, says Bank of England Governor Mark Carney.
UK financial regulator steps up scrutiny of ICOs
The chief financial regulator in the UK is stepping up its scrutiny of ICOs, as it consider whether more legislative measures may be required.
And so it begins: UK wants Bitcoin under money laundering rules
British government is looking at increasing the regulation of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin to fight against criminals.
UK House of Lords recommends further government blockchain research
The UK House of Lords has published a report recommending further research into implementations of the blockchain across government services.