Europe
Digital Trade Chain: 7 Banks Could Go Live With Blockchain in 2017
A group of seven major banks is partnering on a new blockchain-based trade finance project.
Brexit Blues: Why Dublin is Turning Into a Haven for Blockchain
In the wake of Brexit, the Republic of Ireland could become the go-to European hub for FinTech and blockchain companies.
UK Exchange Coinfloor Embraces 'No-Fee' Bitcoin Trading
The world's largest GBP bitcoin exchange has announced it will adopt a 'no-fee' trading policy starting later this week.
Sweden's Blockchain Land Registry to Begin Testing in March
A group working to bring a blockchain land registry to Sweden has announced new updates.
BBVA: Blockchain Regulation Needs to Move Beyond Bitcoin
Spanish banking group BBVA has released a new research note that argues for more immediate blockchain regulation.
Dutch City Trials Blockchain for Real Estate Contracts
Deloitte’s Netherlands branch is working with the city of Rotterdam to create a prototype for recording lease contracts on a blockchain.
The Swiss Government is Paving the Way for Crypto Banks
Regulators in Switzerland are moving quickly to create regulation that accommodates digital currency and blockchain startups.
Sweden's Central Bank Considers Digital Currency Use
Sweden's central bank could soon launch its own digital currency – though it hasn't yet decided how the offering would work.
Bitcoin Wallet Blockchain to Add Buying Option
Bitcoin wallet company Blockchain is beta testing a new in-wallet purchase option in partnership with payments startup Coinify.
SEB to Build Blockchain Channel Between New York and Stockholm
The blockchain service aims to go live sometime in 2017, according to SEB's head of transaction services.
