Blockchain Technology
ASX Postpones Roll-Out of Blockchain Settlement System
The Australian Securities Exchange has pushed back the launch of its blockchain-based CHESS replacement after feedback from stakeholders.
Alibaba, IBM Top Global Blockchain Patent Rankings, Says New Research
Major Chinese and American firms are leading a global blockchain push, with Alibaba and IBM having filed around 90 patents each relating to the tech.
Japanese City Trials Blockchain Voting for Social Development Programs
The Japanese city of Tsukuba has tested a blockchain-based system that lets residents cast votes to decide on local development programs.
VMware Claims Greater Scalability With Open-Source Blockchain Project
VMware has revealed "Project Concord" – an open-source blockchain effort that addresses scaling issues by altering a common consensus algorithm.
Australia Poised to Create National Blockchain With IBM Tech
An Australian federal agency is developing a blockchain that will allow businesses to carry out transactions based on smart legal contracts.
Deloitte: Tech and Telecom Execs Plan to Invest Millions in Blockchain
Deloitte said in a new report that telecommunication companies can use blockchain to improve a number of services and security functions.
Singapore Stock Exchange Taps Blockchain for Faster Settlements
Singapore's stock exchange is working with the city-state's central bank to adopt blockchain for faster and cheaper securities transactions.
A Canadian Government Body Has Built an Ethereum Blockchain Explorer
The National Research Council of Canada is using IPFS to host an ethereum blockchain explorer for grants and contributions.
Chinese Bank Issues Securities Worth $66 Million on a Blockchain
One of the largest privately held commercial banks in China has completed the issuance of securities worth $66 million via blockchain.
Blockchain Enters 'Trough of Disillusionment' on Gartner's Hype Scale
Interest in blockchain technology is waning, research firm Gartner said in its latest "Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies" report.
