Research
Tech Giant Hitachi to Study Blockchain in New R&D Lab
Japanese technology conglomerate Hitachi is set to open a financial technology research laboratory that will focus on blockchain applications.
70% of Financial Institutions Believe Blockchain Will Be Good for Business
So much for disruption? A new survey says 70% of financial institutions believe blockchain will positively impact their business.
Visa Seeks Developer for 'Secure, Scalable' Blockchain Project
Visa has revealed it is seeking to hire a software engineer to help it create a "secure, scalable blockchain network".
ISITC: Majority of Securities Firms Plan to Explore Blockchain This Year
A new survey has revealed that the current buzz around blockchains is driving a focus on technological investment within the financial sector.
UN Commission Calls On Caribbean to Become Digital Currency Hub
A UN commission report suggests digital currencies could be beneficial for the Caribbean region.
Commonwealth Pushes Member Countries to Declare Bitcoin Legal
The Commonwealth has released a new report that calls on its 53 member countries to speak out on the legality of digital currencies.
Consumers' Research Highlights Benefits of Bitcoin for Policy Makers
Consumers’ Research has published a paper on blockchain technologies and the opportunities they present.
Study: Talent Gap Holds Back Blockchain in Capital Markets
A new study suggests there is a “huge lack of talent” that understands both blockchain technology and capital markets.
McKinsey Report Predicts Four Stages of Blockchain Adoption
The wider adoption of blockchain technology by financial incumbents is likely to take place over four stages according to a new report by McKinsey.
Department of Homeland Security Calls for Blockchain Research
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking to better understand blockchain tech through a research initiative.
