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Allianz Unveils Blockchain Prototype for Self-Insurance Products

Global insurer Allianz has unveiled a new blockchain prototype focused on "captive" insurance policies.

By Stan HigginsNov 7, 2017

The head of Russia’s Federal Agency for Tourism has predicted that blockchain technology will transform the country's tourism industry.

An emerging fintech consulting firm has revealed that it shuttered a fund aimed at raising money for enterprise blockchain startups.

A national non-profit group for state medical boards is launching a new blockchain pilot focused on digital certifications.

By Stan HigginsNov 6, 2017

Icelandic music star Bjork is partnering with British startup Blockpool to let fans pay with cryptocurrencies for her forthcoming album "Utopia."

IBM has provided feedback to the government of British Columbia promoting the use of blockchain technology in the legal distribution of cannabis.

Two companies filed partial prospectuses to launch blockchain-related exchange-traded funds in the last week.

By Nikhilesh DeNov 6, 2017

At the London Blockchain Summit this week, the U.K.'s Royal Mint revealed details of its gold tracking blockchain, RMG, and hinted at plans to come.

The value blockchains offer to supply-chain management will come once other technologies, such as 3D printing, disrupt global manufacturing networks.