Technology News
What 2016 Taught Us About Smart Contracts
Markit's Jeffrey Billingham recaps the successes and tribulations of a year spent working on smart contract applications.
Global Banks Pilot Blockchain-based Gold Settlement Platform
A group of global banks and financial institutions has completed the first pilot of a new blockchain-based gold trading platform.
Inside Hyperledger's High-Stakes Game of Blockchain Marbles
12 members of Hyperledger conducted a first-of-its kind test by sending an unusual digital asset across an ocean.
France's Central Bank Details its First Blockchain Test
France’s central bank quietly released new details about its work with blockchain last week.
Overstock Raises $10.9 Million in First Blockchain Stock Issuance
The first blockchain-based Series A has closed, and Overstock.com is on the verge of beginning trading on its blockchain platform.
Japanese Blockchain Consortium Grows to More Than 100 Members
Japanese blockchain consortium BCCC has passed the 100 member milestone as well as having graduated 100 students from its Blockchain Daigakko.
New Paper Explores Cryptocurrency for Space Colonies
Blockchains in space? According to one research paper published by the Indian government, the idea isn’t so far-fetched.
27 Financial Firms Form Korean Blockchain Consortium
A new blockchain consortium has been formed in South Korea, with both established finance firms and technology startups on its membership roster.
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.
'Sovereign' Blockchains Will Change Monetary Policy, Bank Paper Argues
A new research paper published by South Africa’s FirstRand Bank argues blockchains could revolutionize central banking.
