Latest from Michael del Castillo
Microsoft Japan Among 34 Tech Firms to Launch Blockchain Consortium
A group of 34 companies from around the world has launched Japan’s first blockchain trade association.
Vote Moves Europe Closer to AML Policy for Digital Currency Exchanges
A European Parliament committee voted to adopt a report on virtual currencies today, moving Europe one step closer to an AML policy for the industry.
Brave’s Bitcoin Browser ‘Full Steam Ahead’ Despite Publisher Uproar
A cease-and-desist letter hasn't stopped Brave Software from releasing ad-replacing tech or altering its bitcoin plans.
European Parliament Member: Everyone Should 'Get Some Bitcoins'
European Parliament member Antanas Guoga called blockchain a "perfect technology" when advocating for a new virtual currency task force.
Morgan Stanley Report Issues Predictions for Blockchain in 2025
Morgan Stanley has issued its predictions for how the blockchain industry could evolve over the next decade.
Digital Asset Holdings Acqui-Hires Smart Contract Startup
Digital Asset Holdings has acquired Swiss FinTech startup Elevence to build out a system of smart contracts designed to preserve privacy.
Fidor Bank Veteran Joins Kraken as Senior Legal Counsel
Kraken has hired Edward Stadum from Fidor Bank to help oversee the complicated legal work related to running a global digital currency exchange.
Insurance Giant John Hancock Begins Blockchain Tech Tests
Insurance provider John Hancock has begun work on proofs-of-concept using blockchain in partnership with ConsenSys Enterprise and BlockApps.
How MIT is Using Ripple to Push Blockchain Research Beyond Theory
MIT has moved its blockchain research from the theoretical to the real world with a project announced earlier this week with Ripple.
Hyperledger Project Explores Fighting Counterfeit Drugs with Blockchain
Hyperledger project member Accenture has proposed using blockchain tech to fight the spread of counterfeit drugs.
