Latest from Michael del Castillo
JPMorgan Integrates Zcash Privacy Tech Into Quorum Blockchain
The developer of zcash has announced the first integration of its zero-knowledge privacy tech into JPMorgan's enterprise grade Quorum blockchain.
Top Secret? Microsoft Opens Door to Government Blockchain Use
Government secrets on a blockchain? Following recent security upgrades, Microsoft has launched a platform specifically for that purpose.
Sibos Highlights Swift's Complicated Relationship With Blockchain
Day one of Swift's annual Sibos conference found the interbank messaging platform under pressure from the rising tide of cryptocurrencies.
Swift Startup Winner Demos Smart Contract Trade with 5 Financial Firms
Blockchain startup SmartContract has today unveiled a new a proof-of-concept built with assistance from five major financial institutions.
IBM's Stellar Move: Tech Giant Uses Cryptocurrency in Cross-Border Payments
IBM has been settling real cross-border payments in the South Pacific on a blockchain using Stellar's Lumen cryptocurrency.
Afraid of ICOs? Bankers Heap Criticism on Token Tech at Exchange Event
While the ICO market continues to heat up, two top banking executives have spoken of their concerns about the technology.
No Token Response: UNICEF Is Open to Doing Its Own ICO
A UNICEF ICO? The idea doesn't seem so far-fetched to those working at the United Nations programme, despite their humanitarian mandate.
Swift Blockchain Success Sets Stage for Sibos
Swift declares its blockchain proof-of-concept a success, but in the build up to its biggest annual event, implementation is far from certain.
Still Alive: NY Judge Delays Decision in Fight Against BitLicense
One New Yorker's fight against state's BitLicense just had a good day in court, with the judge pushing her final decision to next year.
No More Nuclear: Japan's Biggest Utility Turns to Blockchain in Power Pivot
Inside Japan's largest energy firm, one man is looking to blockchain to decrease the country's reliance on nuclear – and prevent another disaster.
