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When Not If? Banks Strike Optimistic Tone on Blockchain Impact
A conference in Dublin yesterday united representatives of major financial firms and regulators in discussions over blockchain's way forward.
Russia's Central Depository Trials Hyperledger for Bond Trading
Russia's central securities depository (CSD) is testing a new blockchain-based commercial bond trading platform built on Hyperledger Fabric.
Nasdaq Teams with SEB for Blockchain Mutual Fund Trading Trial
The Nasdaq stock exchange and Sweden's SEB bank will work together on trial of a blockchain platform for mutual fund trading.
ICO First: Farm Collective Wins Clearinghouse Approval for Token Sale
The first initial coin offering in Russia sanctioned by a traditional clearing house is underway, a step toward legitimization of blockchain tokens.
Radical Academy: Amir Taaki's New Hacker Team Is Spreading Bitcoin in Syria
Back from the front lines of Syria, infamous bitcoiner Amir Taaki plans a bitcoin-based economy in the war-torn nation, and he's looking for help.
CFTC Chair Giancarlo: Embracing Blockchain Is in the 'National Interest'
J. Christopher Giancarlo, CFTC chair, has called on government agencies to embrace blockchain, saying it's in the national interest to do so.
Japan Exchange Report: Cloud Edging Out DLT for Capital Markets Needs
A new Japan Exchange Group report throws cold water on the idea that distributed ledger tech may soon make inroads in global capital markets.
No, Moscow Exchange Hasn't Launched Bitcoin or Crypto Trading – Yet
One of Russia's largest exchanges hasn't launched support for crypto products, but representatives say it is considering the idea.
Citi Speaks: State-Backed Cryptocurrency Key to Blockchain Adoption
Citi's head of cash management for Asia-Pacific explains why state-issued currencies on a blockchain could supercharge the technology's potential.
Damn Strate: Post-Trade Pioneer Monica Singer Is Going Full-Time Blockchain
Just days after resigning from South Africa's central securities depository, its former CEO reveals plans to enter the blockchain space full-time.
