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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Mastercard Expands Access to B2B Blockchain Payment Tools

Credit card giant Mastercard has opened access to its blockchain APIs, indicating it wants to focus on business-to-business and cross-border payments.

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