Consensus: Distributed


Tech

Vitalik Buterin Says Much-Delayed Ethereum 2.0 Still on Track for July Launch

Ethereum's founder says the network's big upgrade is on track to launch in July, bringing proof of stake and new scalability features to the network.

Vitalik Buterin on stage at RadicalXchange 2019. (Credit: Christine Kim for CoinDesk)

Policy

The Problem With Money Is 'Too Much Privacy,' Says Ex-US Treasury Secretary Summers

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said there may be “too much privacy” associated with government-issued cash, noting the prevalence of money laundering and its widespread use for storing and moving the proceeds from corruption.

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers speaks during Consensus: Distributed.

Markets

Canadian Exchange VirgoCX Taps Ledger Vault for Custody, Insurance Support

Canada-based crypto exchange VirgoCX has turned to enterprise infrastructure technology platform Ledger Vault to provide custody solutions for retail and institutional clients.

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Markets

What to Watch at Consensus: Distributed – Bitcoin Halving

Consensus: Distributed kicks off on the same day as Bitcoin's big day. Here's what to watch to stay up to date on the halving.

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Markets

Global Trust in Crypto Potential Grows to 48%, Edelman Survey Finds

Just 48% of respondents to Edelman's Trust Barometer indicated they believe in the potential of cryptocurrency, but this figure still shows double-digit growth year over year.

Edelman surveyed 34,000 people across 26 different markets, gauging their thoughts on the overall crypto space. (Credit: Edelman)

Markets

'Game-Changer' Retail Digital Currency Now European Central Bank's Focus, Board Member Says

The European Central Bank is looking into what a retail central bank digital currency form of the euro might look like, executive member Yves Mersch said.

The European Central Bank is looking into what would be required for a retail-focused central bank digital currency, Executive Board Member Yves Mersch said in his opening to Consensus: Distributed Monday. (Credit: CoinDesk)

Markets

Blockchain Bites: Your Guide to Consensus Distributed

Blockchain Bites will publish twice daily throughout Consensus: Distributed, setting the schedule and rounding up what you may have missed.

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Markets

Crypto Native SEBA Bank Offers Asset Tokenization Service With TokenSoft Tie-Up

SEBA Bank is tapping TokenSoft's new European distributor to create a bespoke asset tokenization service.

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Markets

What to Watch at Consensus: Distributed – CBDCs, Travel Rule and the Future of Money

The disruption of money is the meta-theme for this year’s conference. Here are our top picks for those keen to join the conversation on regulation, policy and the future of money.

Former CFTC Chairman Christopher Giancarlo speaks at the CFC St. Moritz conference. (Photo courtesy of CFC St. Moritz)

Markets

How to Watch Consensus and Network With Attendees

We’ve taken programming and networking virtual. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to join us.

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