Expert insights on The Bank of England cryptocurrency regulation
From the standpoint of Jo Torode, senior financial crime lawyer at Ropes & Gray on the regulation, benefits and pitfalls of this financial system...
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What if an immigration waiver is not possible in the Trump era
Can a governor’s pardon prevent removal?...
Mexico Cenbank flags potential risks to growth from US policy
The country's central bank governor made a presentation to opposition lawmakers...
‘Immediate risk posed by Brexit has declined’
However, BoE governor says, overall risk level remains Europe...
Remittances to Mexico jump by most in 10 years after Trump win
Possibly triggered by fear of US president-elect’s protectionist policies...
Sweden’s Riksbank contemplates digital currency
Could potentially develop a new payment system after seeing a substantial dip in the use of conventional currency IFM Correspondent November 22, 2016: Sweden’s central bank — Riksbank — is considering the option of using digital currency. This is mainly due to the fact there has been a drastic decrease in the use of notes...
Bank of England governor to continue till 2019
Mike Carney to stay till Brexit negotiations get over IFM Correspondent November 1, 2016: Bank of England governor Mike Carney has ended days of speculation by announcing that he will step down in June 2019, still two years short of a full term. He said he recognises the importance ‘to the country of continuity during...
BOE keeps rates unchanged
Move surprises many; however, cuts may take place in August IFM Correspondent July 15, 2016: In a move that has surprised many, Bank of England (BoE) has kept interest rates unchanged, despite widespread expectations that it was going to cut its benchmark rate in the wake of a June vote in the UK to leave...
Post-Brexit, BoE may cut interest rate
Move aimed at boosting the economy IFM Correspondent July 11, 2016: In order to provide a fillip to the economy post-Brexit, the Bank of England (BoE) is expected to cut interest rates to new historic lows on Thursday. Though a slowdown post-Brexit was more or less predicted, the bank may decide to take some measures...
India eases FDI norms to boost employment generation
Decision helps government regain investor confidence IFM Correspondent June 22, 2016: The Indian government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi made sweeping changes to foreign direct investment (FDI) norms announcing easier terms and conditions for investors in sectors ranging from civil aviation to pharmaceuticals. The government has increased sectoral caps, raised limits under the automatic...