Banking

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International Megabank Santander Commissions Study on Bitcoin
Santander has commissioned a study investigating the potential impact of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies on the banking sector.
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Wedbush: Wall Street Sees Opportunity in Bitcoin's Volatility
A new report from Wedbush finds that bitcoin's volatility isn't likely to affect its use as a payment network.
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Circle Issues $50 to Customer to Cover Unexpected Cash Advance Fee
Circle has credited a user following concern he was charged unwarranted cash advance fees by his card issuer.
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Auckland NZ
New Zealand Bitcoin ATM Operator Shuts Down After Bank Refusals
A New Zealand bitcoin ATM operator is the latest to fall victim to the banking industry's digital currency barriers.
Auckland NZ

Banks
The Real Reason Banks Don't Like Bitcoin
A banking professional lists the reasons banks are reluctant to deal with bitcoin, and it involves compliance and costs.
Banks

ING
ING: Future Bitcoin Protocol Should Include Central Bank Functions
ING Bank has issued a new video assessment of bitcoin that suggests how it can be improved.
ING

Bank
Under the Microscope: The True Costs of Banking
Hass McCook compares the relative sustainability of the bitcoin network with the legacy banking system.
Bank

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Middle East Investment Bank: Bitcoin Could Ignite Regional E-Commerce
Middle Eastern investment bank Markaz has issued a report on bitcoin's potential in e-commerce and the oil trade.
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European Bank to Study Benefits of Integrating Bitcoin Technology
The Estonian bank LHV will examine bitcoin bank services and the use of the block chain technology.
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Capital One Hiring Data Analysts With Bitcoin Know-How
The US bank holding company is seeking data scientists with sufficient expertise to investigate cryptocurrencies and other disruptive technologies.
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