Banking
The IMF Just Finished its First 'High Level' Meeting on Blockchain
The IMF just held a meeting of an advisory group on fintech – one that featured heavy representation from blockchain industry execs.
BNP Paribas Taps Blockchain for Fund Distribution Platform
A subsidiary of banking giant BNP Paribas has revealed it is utilizing blockchain tech for a fund-distribution platform currently in development.
A New Tool Might Finally Make Banks Comfortable With Bitcoin
A new service from crypto monitoring firm Elliptic is aimed to help banks better scrutinize new bitcoin businesses.
US Dollars on the Blockchain? Fed VP Says Not Yet at MIT Event
The US dollar is not the "low-hanging fruit" for blockchain innovation, according to an executive at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.
More Consortia? Banks See Model as Vital to DLT Efforts
Nearly three-quarters of banks and asset managers see the consortium model as necessary for exploring distributed ledger tech, a survey reveals.
Offense or Defense? How to Win the Blockchain Game
How advances in blockchain tech are creating competitive pressures for financial market participants, and how to formulate a strategy to win.
Bank of England: Next-Gen Settlement System Will Be DLT Compatible
After review, the UK central bank said today it will build the next version of its settlement system with distributed ledger tech in mind.
IBM Ramps Up China Blockchain Work With Supply Chain Trial
IBM's latest blockchain partner is Hejia, a Chinese supply chain management company who recently conducted a supply chain trial.
Qatar's Commercial Bank Unveils Blockchain Remittance Pilot
One of Qatar's largest banks has unveiled a new blockchain-based service focused on international payments.
Why a Quiet Blockchain Consortium Could Soon Make Noise
While high-profile consortiums are progressing to big fanfare, a small blockchain effort working quietly in Luxembourg could affect the whole world.
