Blockchain Technology

Blockchain Technology

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.

Markets  ·  5 March 2017
Blockchain Technology

Do You Believe in Blockchain Magic?

Many optimistic claims are made for applications of blockchain, but hyping the tech is not the best way forward, argues Sebastien Meunier.

Markets  ·  24 February 2017
Banking

The Big Mistakes Enterprises Are Making on Blockchain

Why corporations need to think bigger to maximize the benefits of blockchain.

Markets  ·  17 February 2017
India

State Bank of India Launches New Blockchain Finance Consortium

India’s largest bank is spearheading 'Bankchain' – a newly unveiled consortium focused on blockchain applications.

Business  ·  16 February 2017
Banking

Swift Reveals Future Global Payment Tech – Blockchain Not Included

While Swift is bullish on its explorations of blockchain, it has sidestepped the tech in its new cross-border payments service, unveiled today.

Business  ·  16 February 2017
Blockchain Technology

Dubai Innovation Office Seeking Startups for $20k Blockchain Contest

The Smart Dubai initiative is on the hunt for startups to take part in a new blockchain contest, offering prizes of up to $20,000 for the winner.

Tech  ·  16 February 2017
Startups

Hardware Over Hard Forks: How Accenture Plans to End Blockchain’s Security Debate

Can dedicated hardware bring institutions on board with blockchain in a way that consensus-driven hard forks can't? This company is betting on it.

Business  ·  14 February 2017
Regulation

Arizona’s Proposed Blockchain Gun Tracking Ban Pushes Ahead

An effort to prohibit the tracking of firearms with distributed ledgers has progressed to the state's Senate.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 February 2017
Blockchain Technology

Blockchain is 5 Years From Mainstream, Post-Trade Consortium Members Say

Members of the Post-Trade Distributed Ledger Group see a multi-year adoption timeline for the technology, according to a new survey.

Tech  ·  13 February 2017
Trading

Deutsche Bank Analyst: Blockchain Could Have Prevented Soros Leaks

One Deutsche Bank analyst believes a recent, unwanted financial disclosure could have been prevented with blockchain tech.

Business  ·  13 February 2017
Venture Capital

Blockchain Firms Aim For Hedge Funds, But is There a Better Target?

While blockchain startups are targeting the hedge fund industry, venture capital may be a better place to focus efforts, says Noelle Acheson.

Tech  ·  13 February 2017
Bitcoin

What’s in a Name? From Bitcoin to Blockchain to Distributed Ledgers

Nelson Rosario ponders why we have developed so many terms for what is effectively the same technology – bitcoin.

Markets  ·  11 February 2017
Regulation

Bitcoin, Blockchain and Trump: Where Do We Go From Here?

As US President Donald Trump's administration begins to gather momentum, what lies in store for blockchain and bitcoin regulation?

Markets  ·  10 February 2017
Russia

Qiwi’s CEO Will Head Up Russia’s Distributed Ledger Efforts

A Russian fintech association tasked in part with exploring distributed ledgers has appointed a CEO.

Business  ·  9 February 2017
UK

Major UK Telecom Seeks Blockchain Security Patent

One of the UK's largest telecoms, BT, is seeking a patent for a security system aimed at preventing malicious attacks on blockchains.

Tech  ·  3 February 2017