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Intel is Winning Over Blockchain Critics By Reimagining Bitcoin's DNA
A look at Intel's project inspired by bitcoin's proof-of-work.
Hyperledger Blockchain Project Passes 100-Member Milestone
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger project has announced it now has 100 institutional members backing the open-source blockchain effort.
R3 Releases Code for Distributed Ledger Tech Corda
R3CEV, the startup behind the global bank consortium focused on distributed ledger applications, has open sourced the code for its Corda platform.
Credit Card Giant MasterCard Files 4 New Blockchain Patents
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published four applications filed by MasterCard related to its work with blockchain tech.
1,000-Year-Old Royal Mint Will Soon Launch Blockchain Gold Trading
Britain's ancient Royal Mint is to launch blockchain trading of gold derivatives in cost cutting exercise.
R3's Bank Exits Aren't Bad News for the Blockchain Group
The departures by three of the blockchain consortium's larger members is being taken by some as a sign that blockchain enthusiasm is waning.
Argentina's Central Bank is Warming Up to Blockchain
A hackathon held by Argentina's central bank shows that interest for blockchain is heating up in the one-time bitcoin hotbed.
Morgan Stanley is Planning to Leave R3, Reports Say
Banking giant Morgan Stanley is said to be pulling back from the R3 blockchain consortium.
Most R3 Members Will Invest in Funding Effort, Sources Say
Despite notable exits, sources say the majority of R3's members are likely to participate in its ongoing funding round.
Santander Quits R3 Blockchain Consortium
Banco Santander has departed the R3 blockchain consortium, according to a representative.
