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March 22, 2018 03:22 pm
Original Link: http://rss.slashdot.org/~r/Slashdot/slashdot/~3/imzvzJm2q1M/uk-launches-task-force-to-scrutinize-cryptocurrency-risks-and-benefits
UK Launches Task Force To Scrutinize Cryptocurrency Risks and Benefits
U.K. Finance Minister Philip Hammond unveiled a task force that examines the risks and benefits of cryptocurrencies on Thursday. From a report: Hammond announced Thursday that the task force includes Britain's central bank, the Bank of England (BOE), and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) watchdog. He said that the BOE and FCA would also take the "first steps" toward automating financial compliance in Britain. The cryptocurrency task force is part of a wider fintech, or financial technology, strategy laid out by Westminster. As part of its initiative, the U.K. signed an agreement dubbed a "fintech bridge" with Australia on Thursday that will enable British fintech firms to sell products and services in Australia. The deal will also look to build cooperation on policies and regulation surrounding the sector, Hammond said. Hammond said he wanted to make the U.K. the "most attractive home" for global fintech firms.Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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