Banking
Why Swedish Bank SEB Backed its First Bitcoin Startup
In a new interview, CoinDesk speaks with Sweden's SEB Group to learn more about the bank's first bitcoin investment.
Credit Suisse Report Explores Blockchain Impact on 14 Public Stocks
Research from financial services giant Credit Suisse examines how the stock performance of incumbent financial firms could be impacted by blockchain.
Why PwC's New FinTech Director Won't Rock the Blockchain Boat
PwC's new US FinTech director reveals how the firm is being transformed by blockchain.
PwC FinTech Lead Joins Blockchain Startup Libra
Blockchain startup Libra has announced new hires it says will help it position itself as the "Microsoft Office for blockchain".
RBI Calls on Indian Banks to Explore Blockchain
A member of India's central bank has encouraged further collaboration between banks and startups to advance blockchain tech.
Why Big Bank Consultants Were Watching Ethereum's Hard Fork
CoinDesk discusses the recent ethereum hard fork with members of major consulting firms with a blockchain specialty.
Mizuho to Conduct Blockchain Payments Trial With Ripple
Mizuho Financial Group announced this week it will pilot Ripple's distributed ledger technology for use in cross-currency settlement.
JPMorgan: Blockchain Tech is an ‘Opportunity’ for Asset Managers
A new report from JPMorgan Chase and Oliver Wyman argues that blockchain technology is an opportunity for asset managers.
ISITC Europe Proposes 10 Blockchain Standards Benchmarks
ISITC-Europe has introduced 10 blockchain standards to help ensure the rapidly growing ecosystem of distributed ledgers work together.
