Popular chat app Kik has unveiled plans to deploy its Kin tokens on both the Ethereum and Stellar blockchains, making it one of the first cryptocurrencies to feature bidirectional network support. Continue reading Kik Messenger to Launch Kin Token
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JPMorgan Considers Making Blockchain Platform Quorum
JPMorgan Chase is considering making Quorum, its Blockchain and smart contracts platform, into its own company, Bloomberg reported yesterday, March 23. A unnamed source told Bloomberg that no conclusion has yet been reached about whether Quorum would function better as an independent entity, which could potentially attract more partners. The Financial Times adds that other unnamed sources have said that the JPMorgan label attached to Quorum may be steering away potential partners that are also competitors of JPMorgan. Continue reading JPMorgan Considers Making Blockchain Platform Quorum
Tennessee Passes Bill Recognizing Blockchain, Smart Contracts
The governor of Tennessee signed a bill recognizing the legal authority to use Blockchain technology and smart contracts for electronic transactions on March 22, according to legislative tracking site Legiscan. A summary of the bill reads that it “recognizes the legal authority of blockchain technology and smart contracts in conducting electronic transactions.” The bill also makes a provision that, “protects ownership rights of certain information secured by blockchain technology.” Continue reading Tennessee Passes Bill Recognizing Blockchain, Smart Contracts
UK Fintech Settles Security on Ethereum Blockchain in a World-First with Microsoft
The blockchain has just disrupted another niche. UK-based Nivaura in partnership with Microsoft’s Azure cloud has proved in a test case that the public ledger can be used to support regulated assets. The blockchain is an increasingly attractive option as the payments industry continues to embrace cryptocurrencies and even digital fiat money. Continue reading UK Fintech Settles Security on Ethereum Blockchain in a World-First with Microsoft
Thought leaders gather in Malta to discuss blockchain
Malta Blockchain Summit 2018
1-2 November, InterContinental Arena, St. Julian’s – Malta
The first Malta Blockchain Summit is set to take place in Malta in November 2018. The summit will cover four conferences on the most pressing issues facing blockchain technologies, and is expected to attract no less than 4000 delegates, 100 speakers and 150 sponsors and exhibitors from prominent players in the emerging blockchain and DLT sector. Continue reading Thought leaders gather in Malta to discuss blockchain