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One of Japan's Largest Banks is Downplaying its Rumored Digital Currency Plans
Is a major Japanese bank developing its own digital currency? MUFG is distancing itself from reports it could release such a product next year.
Why Russia’s CSD Believes Blockchain is a ‘Blue Ocean’ Opportunity
Russia's National Settlement Depository discusses why it believes the biggest blockchain opportunities have yet to be uncovered.
90 Central Banks Seek Blockchain Answers at Federal Reserve Event
A number of major central banks worldwide have organized working groups dedicated to exploring blockchain technology and digital currencies.
R3 Adds Life Insurance Firm AIA to Blockchain Consortium
Blockchain startup R3CEV has added Hong Kong-based life insurance group AIA to the ranks of its global banking consortium.
Barclays Blockchain Veteran Departs Bank for FinTech Consultancy
One of Barclays’ leading blockchain experts has revealed he will be departing the UK banking giant to join a FinTech consultancy called 11:FS.
Why ABN Amro Wants to Separate Bitcoin from the Blockchain
ABN Amro managing director Karin Kersten discusses her firm's blockchain strategy and use cases.
Goldman Sachs: Blockchain Tech Could Save Capital Markets $6 Billion a Year
A new report from Goldman Sachs Investment Research projects blockchain technology could save billions across industries.
Chinese Finance Giant Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
A major Chinese financial firm has inked a new partnership with startup R3CEV.
The New Banking Standard
In this op-ed, bitcoin enthusiast Martin Hagelstrom touches on the slow but steady embrace of blockchain by the world's banks.
On Blockchain Disillusionment and Bitcoin's Big Bad Wolves
Beneath the headlines, there’s arguably been the early stirrings of a sea change in the blockchain industry.
