investments
11:FS Backs Off $50 Million Blockchain for Banking Fund
An emerging fintech consulting firm has revealed that it shuttered a fund aimed at raising money for enterprise blockchain startups.
A More Equitable ICO? Why Blockstack Said No to a Token Pre-Sale
Disappointed in the way ICOs are often handled, and needing wide distribution, Blockstack has dropped the pre-sale for its upcoming token launch.
Ripio Closes $37 Million ICO for Ethereum Lending Network
Ripio's peer-to-peer lending platform uses smart contracts to reduce lender risk and increase lending in the developing world.
MIT Media Lab Director: ICOs Are 'Attracting the Wrong People'
MIT Media Lab director Joi Ito is joining the ranks of outspoken critics who believe the market for blockchain-based tokens is overheated.
Blockchain Startup With Disney Roots Completes $13.7 Million ICO
Blockchain startup Dragonchain has raised approximately $13.7 million in an initial coin offering (ICO).
New Zealand Regulator: Cryptocurrencies Are Securities
New Zealand's chief financial regulator has published new guidelines for local initial coin offerings (ICOs).
Survey: Younger Americans More Interested in Cryptocurrencies, ICOs
A new survey released today found that 31.6 percent of Americans have heard of ethereum, while only 22.1 percent have have heard of ripple.
Last Laugh? Dilbert Creator Scott Adams Talks Plans for Token Launch
Now we know why Dilbert comics have been poking fun at blockchain mania – creator Scott Adams has been right in the middle of it.
D3 Unveiled: Russian Platform Would Turn Legacy CSDs into Crypto Custodians
Execs at Russia's National Settlement Depository have revealed new details about a planned blockchain-based cryptocurrency depository platform.
Diverse Team, Diverse Portfolio: Amentum Raising $10 Million Crypto Fund
The Amentum team includes veterans of blockchain startups Purse.io and Chain – but also a private equity investor and a former construction manager.
