Blockchain investment firm NEO Global Capital (NGC) has made an investment in Ultrain, a decentralized blockchain computing platform for large-scale business and industrial applications.
IBM has announced that it has successfully completed blockchain pilots with the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and Indian telecom providers, The Economic Times reported.
German crypto banking startup Bitwala has officially announced the rolling out of its services in the country and has started on-boarding 40,000 pre-registered customers.
solarisBank, a Berlin-based fintech company, has announced that it will support Boerse Stuttgart Group, Germany’s leading floor-based exchange, in creating an end-to-end infrastructure for digital assets.
Hyperledger, a cross-industry collaborative blockchain initiative, is hosting its inaugural Hyperledger Global Forum with over 650 attendees.
The European Union is going to strengthen the rules to combat fraud and counterfeiting of non-cash means of payment.
LINE Plus, a South Korean subsidiary of Japanese messaging giant LINE, has announced the acquisition of GrayHash, an online security research center focused on “offensive research” and counter-hacking techniques.
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is reportedly considering a private offering and has sent out emails to its high-value clients informing them about the investment opportunity, Finance Magnates reported.
The UNICEF Innovation Fund has announced its plans to invest $100,000 in six companies each to support the development of blockchain solutions.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking to better understand the technology, mechanics, and markets for cryptocurrencies, with a particular focus on ether and its use on the Ethereum Network.
Four state agencies in Vermont have come together to establish a working group to look into the opportunities and challenges presented by blockchain technology.
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has announced the launch of its mobile app which will offer users an easy and safe way to buy, sell, and store cryptocurrencies.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has noted the efforts by the UK government to implement a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency exchange providers.
Currencies Direct, a UK-based foreign exchange and payment solutions company, is going to launch a new real-time cross-border remittance to India using blockchain startup Ripple’s solution, Finextra reported.
IBM Research, in collaboration with Hello Tractor, has announced a new project that will focus on developing an agriculture digital wallet based on artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology.
Klaytn, a blockchain platform announced by South Korean internet giant Kakao's blockchain subsidiary GroundX, has announced its partnerships with blockchain projects developed by large user pool-based service providers.
With the ongoing pessimism in the crypto market, BTCC co-founder Bobby Lee expects bitcoin price to find support at $3,000 and $2,500, Forklog reported.
State Farm, a group of insurance and financial services companies throughout the United States, has announced that it is testing a blockchain solution aimed at accelerating the subrogation process for auto claims.
Coinone Transfer, a payments business and a subsidiary of crypto exchange Coinone, has introduced a blockchain-powered remittance mobile app and web service, which, according to Ripple, is the first such service in So…
The Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX) has announced that it is introducing insurance coverage for listed assets in collaboration with Callaghan Insurance.
National Transport Insurance (NTI), a provider of truck insurance for Australian transport businesses, has announced that it is participating in a blockchain trial aimed at boosting food safety, improving animal welfa…
South Korea-based Shinhan bank is seeking to expand the use of blockchain technology in its processes, The Korea Times reported.
Sirin Labs, the creator of blockchain smartphone FINNEY, has issued a clarification on its recent interview with Bloomberg and said that it has enough funds make the company profitable.
Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC has selected Brave as the default internet browser for its blockchain smartphone Exodus, Finance Magnates reported.
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has announced that it is seeking applications for membership on its Fintech Advisory Committee (FAC).
Barclaycard, a credit card and payment services provider and a division of Barclays, has announced its plans to explore the benefits of “self-sovereign identity” (SSI).
Huobi Group, the operator of a leading cryptocurrency exchange of the same name, last week launched its first Russian office in Moscow.
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), the state-owned oil company of the United Arab Emirates, is collaborating with tech giant IBM as it seeks to leverage blockchain technology.
Voting is yet another area where firms and governments are heavily exploring the potential of blockchain technology.
G20 leaders reiterate commitment to regulate crypto assets At the recently held G20 meeting in Buenos Aires, world leaders have reiterated their commitment to regulate crypto-assets. The G20 Leaders’ Summit ended on D…
BTC/USD: Bitcoin prices continues to be in the bearish zone, plunging to a 14-month low during late European session Friday, with crypto markets crashing to their lowest this year today. According to a report from New…
Two U.S. congressmen from Florida and North Carolina have introduced bipartisan bills that aim to prevent cryptocurrency price manipulation.
Cryptocurrency custodian and security firm BitGo has announced that it will support the Universal Protocol Platform and its family of tokens.
Four European banking giants, Commerzbank, ING, Natixis, and Rabobank, along with enterprise blockchain software firm R3, have successfully executed a live commercial paper transaction on the Euro Debt Solution applic…
The Swiss branch of Russian banking giant Gazprombank is planning to roll out a cryptocurrency service to its clients in mid-2019.
The Universal Protocol Alliance, a coalition of blockchain organizations formed in August 2018, and crypto lending startup Cred are joining the board of the Blockchain Advocacy Coalition (BAC) to provide education and…
Trustology, a London-based startup focused on securing digital assets, has raised $8 million in a seed round led by Two Sigma Ventures, the early-stage venture capital fund of Two Sigma, and participation from ConsenSys.
Canadian cryptocurrency trading platform Coinsquare has announced the acquisition of BlockEQ, a cryptocurrency wallet on the Stellar network.
Japanese financial services giant SBI Holdings is going to establish a joint venture with U.S.-based enterprise blockchain software firm R3 in January 2019, Nikkei reported.
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today issued a joint statement on the regulation of digital assets in the country.
