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Microsoft Looks to Trusted Computing for Blockchain Security Boost
The phrase "trusted execution environment" is identified in two Microsoft patent applications to be a key component in future blockchain projects.
Coin Center Updates Its Securities Framework for Cryptocurrencies
Blockchain advocacy group Coin Center still believes some cryptocurrencies are securities by law, and should be regulated as such.
Crypto Unicorn Bitmain Weighs $18 Billion IPO, One of World's Largest
Bitmain is going public in China. The IPO might make it one of the most valuable startups, cryptocurrency or not, to ever debut on the public markets.
Facebook's Marcus Steps Down From Coinbase Board
David Marcus is stepping down from the board of directors at crypto exchange Coinbase, citing his new role at Facebook leading blockchain strategy.
Early Crypto Adopter Dish Network Now Accepts Bitcoin Cash
Pay TV provider Dish Network, one of the first big firms to accept bitcoin payments, has announced it now also accepts bitcoin cash.
Regulated Trader Templum Hosts Security Token Sale for Luxury Resort
Token trading platform Templum Markets has launched a sale of a token allowing accredited investors to buy shares in a popular Colorado resort.
Public Firm Becomes First to Launch an ICO in Singapore
An e-commerce platform that recently launched a token sale aimed to raise $50 million has become Singapore's first public firm to hold an ICO.
WeChat Eyes Blockchain for Faster Corporate Expense Refunds
WeChat owner Tencent thinks blockchain can speed up reimbursement of expenses for company employees and it's trialing a feature to do just that.
World Bank Taps Australia's CommBank to Issue Its First Blockchain Bond
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has been chosen by the World Bank Group to help issue a bond over a blockchain.
Overstock Blockchain Spin-Off Raises $134 Million – With Millions More Committed
Overstock.com subsidiary tZero raised $134 million in its security token offering, the company said Thursday.
