Companies
Bitcoin Startup Blockstream Seeking Patent for Sidechains Design
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USTPO) has published a patent application submitted by bitcoin startup Blockstream for its work on sidechains.
R3 Banks Trial Blockchain Identity Registry
Ten global banks have tested a distributed ledger-based know-your-customer registry through the R3 blockchain consortium.
Russia's Central Securities Depository Tests Blockchain Assets Exchange
Russia's national central securities depository (CSD) is working with a tech startup to test the exchange and transfer of blockchain assets.
Former Estonian President to Lead World Economic Forum Blockchain Group
The World Economic Forum has created a new working group focused on blockchain co-chaired by the former president of Estonia.
Coinbase Redesigns Wallet Website for Digital Assets
Coinbase has launched a redesigned version of its website, an unveiling it said marks its transition from a wallet to a digital asset exchange.
Australian Travel Agency Tests Blockchain Bookings
A hotel bookings company based in Australia has developed a blockchain proof-of-concept in partnership with Microsoft.
UK Regulator Adds 9 Blockchain Startups to Fintech 'Sandbox'
Nine blockchain startups have joined a fintech 'sandbox' run by one of the UK's top finance regulators.
Overstock Secures New Partnership For Blockchain Stock Sale
E-commerce giant Overstock’s blockchain stock offering is set to begin later this month.
Thai Bank Tests Blockchain For Recordkeeping
One of Thailand’s leading commercial banks is working with IBM on applying blockchain to its transaction services.
ABN Amro Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
ABN Amro has become the latest financial institution to join the R3 blockchain consortium.
