Banking
Barclays Blockchain Veteran Departs Bank for FinTech Consultancy
One of Barclays’ leading blockchain experts has revealed he will be departing the UK banking giant to join a FinTech consultancy called 11:FS.
Why ABN Amro Wants to Separate Bitcoin from the Blockchain
ABN Amro managing director Karin Kersten discusses her firm's blockchain strategy and use cases.
Goldman Sachs: Blockchain Tech Could Save Capital Markets $6 Billion a Year
A new report from Goldman Sachs Investment Research projects blockchain technology could save billions across industries.
Chinese Finance Giant Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
A major Chinese financial firm has inked a new partnership with startup R3CEV.
The New Banking Standard
In this op-ed, bitcoin enthusiast Martin Hagelstrom touches on the slow but steady embrace of blockchain by the world's banks.
On Blockchain Disillusionment and Bitcoin's Big Bad Wolves
Beneath the headlines, there’s arguably been the early stirrings of a sea change in the blockchain industry.
Former State Street Blockchain Lead Launches Post-Trade Startup
State Street’s former blockchain lead has launched a new startup focused on using the tech to “redesign” the securities services industry.
Blockchain and the Race Towards Irrelevance
Are financial incumbents in denial about the true impact of blockchain tech? Blockchain specialist Matthew Spoke argues the answer might be yes.
Capgemini to Develop Blockchain Loyalty Tech Amid ‘Aggressive’ Hiring
Capgemini took its latest step on its bid to dramatically increase its investment in blockchain tech this week, announcing a retail payments trial.
Korea Exchange Talks Top-Down Approach to Blockchain Innovation
The Korea Exchange opens up about its strategy on blockchain tech and why it is investigating how it could be used to open new markets.
