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Boston Fed VP: DLT Could 'Fundamentally Change' Financial Industry
Jim Cunha, senior VP of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, has said distributed ledger technology could "fundamentally change" financial services.
Japan's SBI Holdings Is Gearing Up to Mine Bitcoin
The financial services division of Japan’s SBI Group has revealed plans to move deeper into the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
SPECTRE Creators Seek VC Backing for Blockchain-Free Cryptocurrency
A veteran researcher behind two influential papers in the emerging field of crypto-economics is gearing up to launch a new cryptocurrency.
Vladimir Putin Mandates New Rules for Cryptocurrencies and ICOs
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued 5 new decrees related to cryptocurrency, including planned rules around ICOs.
Blockchain Startup Chain Launches Balance Management Cloud Service
Blockchain startup Chain is launching a new cloud-based Software as a Service product for managing balances in financial and commerce applications.
Intel Partners With Ledger to Integrate Bitcoin Wallet Software and SGX Tech
Blockchain wallet hardware startup Ledger has announced a new partnership with tech giant Intel.
Foxconn Backs $16 Million Series B for Bitcoin Startup Abra
Abra founder Bill Barhydt now envisions that bitcoin micropayments and smart contracts, combined with IoT, can underpin a new type of consumer credit.
Blockchain for Inclusion? Gates Foundation Strikes Tepid Tone at Money2020
While it sees potential for distributed ledgers in supporting its mission, the Gates Foundation also notes limitations to the technology.
American Express Eyes Blockchain for Customer Rewards System
New patent filings from American Express suggest the credit card provider is looking at blockchain as part of a consumer rewards system.
Money at Risk? Mobile Wallets Become Battleground in Bitcoin Fork Debate
As bitcoin heads toward a controversial fork this November, debate is breaking out about how wallet users – and their money – might be impacted.
