Blockchain Technology

World Economic Forum Survey Projects Blockchain 'Tipping Point' by 2023
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has identified blockchain technology as one of its six mega-trends in a new report.

Verizon Ventures: Blockchain's Future is Brighter Than Bitcoin's
CoinDesk speaks with Verizon Ventures, the venture capital arm of US teleco giant Verizon, to learn more about its blockchain strategy.

Researchers Tackle Tomorrow's Blockchain Problems With Bitcoin-NG
A new proposal called Bitcoin-NG is envisioned as a solution to "inherent problems" in blockchain design, both in bitcoin and alternative ledgers.

Bitcoin in the Headlines: Blockchain Good, Bitcoin Bad
The coverage over the last few days has been largely dominated by the partnership between nine well-known banks and distributed ledger startup R3CEV.

ASIC Chairman: Blockchain Technology Has Potential to Change Finance
The chairman of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission has said blockchain technology has the potential to change the financial market.

IBM Developing New Blockchain Smart Contract System
IBM is reportedly working on a new project for smart contract creation using the bitcoin code base.

Bitcoin's Future Moves Into Focus at Scaling Bitcoin Day 2
CoinDesk recaps Day 2 of Scaling Bitcoin, a two-day developer conference held this weekend in Montreal.

Constructive Debate Shines as Scaling Bitcoin Unites Developers
Billed as a potential venue for debate on issues surrounding the viability of the bitcoin network, Scaling Bitcoin took place in Montreal yesterday.

Coinalytics Raises $1.1 Million for Blockchain Data Platform
Coinalytics has raised $1.1m as part of a seed round led by Palo Alto-based incubator The Hive.

Former US Advisor: Blockchain Systems Could Threaten Privacy
A long-time White House official recently discussed the blockchain as a mechanism for a universal cashless system.

