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TechCrunch Disrupt Seeks Startups For 'Blockchain Pavilion' in San Francisco
Popular media firm TechCrunch is seeking blockchain startups for its San Francisco 'Disrupt' conference.
UK Finance Watchdog Adds More Blockchain Startups to Regulatory Sandbox
One of the UK's top finance regulators is expanding its regulatory 'sandbox' to include more blockchain startups.
Singapore Exchange to Trial Blockchain Verification for Diamond Trading
A diamond exchange service based in Singapore is partnering with two blockchain startups.
Blockchain Startup Circle Launches Fee-Free Cross Border Payments
Payments startup Circle is offering no-cost international transactions to its users, the company announced today.
Florida Firm Triggers SEC Suspension with Cryptocurrency Claims
A publicly traded Florida firm has attracted scrutiny from the SEC over its cryptocurrency launch claims.
Bitcoin Exchange Gemini Leverages Banking Charter in Washington State Launch
Bitcoin exchange Gemini took an unusual path to extending its services to Washington state customers this week.
US, Kenya, Singapore: AIG Completes Multinational Blockchain Insurance Test
American insurance giant AIG has made what appears to be its first foray into blockchain, completing a trial with Standard Chartered today.
Australian Politician Calls for Bitcoin Scrutiny in Fight Against Terrorism
A major Australian politician has called for increased scrutiny on bitcoin transactions as a means of combatting terrorism.
Illinois Eases Burden for Cryptocurrency Startups with New Guidance
A major financial regulator in the state of Illinois has issued new guidance for startups working in the nascent blockchain sector.
Finance Firms Back New Blockchain Research Lab in Beijing
A Beijing-based equity exchange is partnering with a group of crowdfunding and VC firms on a new blockchain research lab.
