MLP calls for more transparency on bitcoin industry

Monday, 6 October 2014 00:00

The Manx Labour Party wants the crypto currency risk assessment to be published.

It's calling on the Economic Development Minister to make the information public to show it's taking a balanced approach to managing the sector as it emerges.

The UK, EU and the USA are reviewing a proposal to impose stricter regulations on bitcoin businesses.

Press officer David Carter says the party isn't against its introduction but would like greater transparency on it's regulation:

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