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10 Reasons Why Central Banks Will Miss the Cryptocurrency Renaissance
A former central banker outlines 10 reasons why he believes his former employer (and other banks like it) will fail to adapt to cryptocurrency.
Indian Securities Regulator Reveals Plans to Study Blockchain
India's securities markets watchdog has announced that it will explore blockchain for potential applications to its regulatory oversight processes.
Marketplace Lender Blackmoon to Launch Ethereum Token Management Platform
Russian fintech firm Blackmoon is launching an ethereum platform for managing tokenized funds.
US House Committee to Hold Virtual Currency Hearing
The US House of Representatives Financial Services Committee is holding a hearing on virtual currencies this week.
Banks Offering Cryptocurrency Services? A New Reality Is Arriving
Skandiabanken customers can now link bitcoin holdings to bank accounts, a signal cryptocurrency is finding its place in the broader fintech arena.
Mauritius: The Tropical Paradise Looking to Become a Blockchain Hub
Mauritius is luring blockchain innovators with its friendly regulatory environment and connections to countries with large unbanked populations.
'Nowhere Near the Web'? Blockchain Adoption Sees Debate at MIT Event
At an MIT event this weekend, blockchain experts spoke out on the state of the tech and the obstacles that lie in the path of mainstream adoption.
Philly Fed President Praises Blockchain's Authentication Abilities
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia became the latest arm of the US central bank to discuss the impact of blockchain this week.
The Trouble With Fintech (Or Why 'Now' is the Time for DLT)
A critical look at the reasons behind the change in dialogue surrounding blockchain and distributed ledger tech.
Bank of Japan Official: DAO-Style Problems Could Dampen DLT
An official from Japan’s central bank invoked failed ethereum-based project The DAO in a speech yesterday.
