Technology
Commonwealth Secretariat Unveils Secure Blockchain Messaging App
The Commonwealth Secretariat has launched a blockchain-powered secure communication tool for governments and law enforcement.
IBM Targets Government and Healthcare Sectors With Blockchain Cloud Upgrade
IBM has announced a new framework for securing blockchain systems running in its cloud services.
UK Government Could Track Student Loans and Grants with Blockchain
The UK government is looking at the use of blockchains to track student loans and public grants.
Infosys Subsidiary Launches Blockchain Platform for Banks
Infosys has become the latest IT services giant to announce the introduction of a blockchain offering through its EdgeVerve Systems subsidiary.
MIT Responds to Bitcoin Developer Concerns Over 'ChainAnchor'
A blockchain project being developed by MIT researchers gained new attention this week following criticism of its alleged design elements.
For Blockchain VCs, the Time for Ethereum Investments Has Come
Weeks after the launch of the first "production version" of Ethereum, blockchain investors are taking a deeper look at the ecosystem's startups.
SWIFT is Now Developing a Distributed Ledger Platform
International payments network SWIFT is looking to build its own distributed ledger platform, a new report reveals.
Hyperledger Project Explores Fighting Counterfeit Drugs with Blockchain
Hyperledger project member Accenture has proposed using blockchain tech to fight the spread of counterfeit drugs.
R3 Reveals 8 Areas of Focus for Blockchain Bank Trials
R3CEV's top lawyer talks about 8 proof-of-concepts in the works. But the areas he focused on won't necessarily be replaced by the technology.
CFTC Commissioner: Credit Default Swap Test ‘Proves Merit’ of Blockchain
A CFTC commissioner said today he believes blockchain tech has already proved itself in the market through testing.
