Technology
Oracle Plans Blockchain 'Pipelines' to Boost Employee Efficiency
A new patent application from Oracle suggests the database software giant is looking to blockchain for improved workflows.

World Bank to Support Blockchain Bonds Trial in Kenya
The World Bank has revealed plans to explore how blockchain could help boost Kenya's financial prospects.

The Litening: Will Litecoin Be the First Big Blockchain With Lightning?
A new test version of the Lightning Network launched today, marking a step toward a long-awaited live debut on a major cryptocurrency.

Norway’s Central Bank is Researching Anonymous Digital Currency
Norway’s central bank is in the early stages of researching a digital currency, one of its senior officials said last week.

21 Inc Opens Bitcoin Email Service to General Public
Bitcoin startup 21 Inc is opening its '21 Lists' paid email product up to the wider public today.

Trump's Obamacare Overhaul Could Be Blockchain Adoption Catalyst
As Republicans attempt to overhaul the Affordable Care Act, blockchain advocates hope modifications to the law could boost adoption of the tech.

Defense Giant Lockheed Martin Integrates Blockchain
Lockheed Martin is now working with Virginia-based GuardTime Federal to integrate blockchain into its supply chain risk management.

MimbleWimble: Silly Sounding Tech Could Seriously Reform Bitcoin
BlockCypher's CEO speaks out about the dysfunction in bitcoin's community and why she believes new tech could help save it.

Ethereum Meets Zcash? Why IPFS Plans a Multi-Blockchain Browser
Juan Benet, the creator of decentralized data-storing protocol IPFS, has big plans for connecting blockchains across the planet, and beyond...

ICO Debate Exposes Rift in Enterprise Ethereum Alliance
Differences between EEA members at a public debate reveal how the group is growing and progressing.
