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Alibaba's T-Mall Is Moving Cross-Border E-Commerce to Blockchain
Alibaba's T-Mall Global e-commerce platform is reportedly applying blockchain in its cross-border supply chain.
SEC ICO Probe Underway, But Stories Conflict on Size of Sweep
The Securities and Exchange Commission has been "shotgunning" subpoenas to token sellers, advisors, investors and exchanges. What will come of it all?
Genesis Trading Launches Crypto Lending Service for Investors
Genesis Global Capital will allow investors to borrow crypto in quantities of $100,000 or more for terms ranging from two weeks to six months.
Square: Murky Crypto Accounting Rules Pose Risk
In its most recent annual filing, Square explains how uncertainty surrounding accounting guidelines for cryptocurrency may affect its bottom line.
UK Bank HSBC Might Soon Pilot Live Blockchain Payments
Executives from HSBC Bank revealed in a conference call this week they intend to pilot projects for blockchain-based transactions.
JPMorgan Says It May Have to 'Adapt' to Counter Crypto Adoption
JPMorgan Chase has become the third major banking institution to list cryptocurrencies as a possible risk factor for its business.
What is Circle X? Crypto Exchange to Challenge More Than Coinbase
Circle's big plans for crypto exchange Poloniex after acquisition include bringing cryptocurrencies and tokens of all kinds under one roof.
Goldman Sachs Exec: Central Bank Cryptos Could Be 'Incredibly Useful'
A Goldman Sachs exec believes that cryptocurrencies – at least those that might one day be created by central banks – could be "incredibly useful."
StarbucksCoin? Exec Says Coffee Seller Will 'Probably' Use Blockchain
StarbucksCoin? Recent comments from the coffee chain's executive chairman suggest the idea isn't so far-fetched.
E-Commerce Giant Rakuten Is Launching Its Own Crypto
Japanese e-commerce firm Rakuten is launching Rakuten Coin to use as part of its loyalty rewards program.
