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A trialed blockchain system for interbank clearance was not as efficient as the current centralized system, says a central bank report.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 23, 2018

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Jack Dorsey has said he believes bitcoin will take over the U.S. dollar as the world's primary currency in 10 years or less.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 21, 2018

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South Korea's Financial Services Commission plans to encoureage businesses to use blockchain tech in new payment systems and more.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 21, 2018

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South Korean telecom provider KT unveiled a new system based on a blockchain security-focused network.

By Leigh CuenMar 21, 2018

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The Israel Securities Authority also proposed an ICO sandbox in a recent report now in the hands of the agency's chair, who will decide how to proceed

By Leigh CuenMar 19, 2018

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The chief of the Monetary Authority of Singapore has spoken of how blockchain's "strongest" use case is in cross-border settlement.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 16, 2018

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American Express' travel and merchant arm has filed a patent application looking at using a blockchain to facilitate quick transactions.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 15, 2018

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The new governor of Taiwan's central bank has said speculation has taken over from cryptocurrencies' original role as a payments tool.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 15, 2018

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Playboy TV is launching a new payment option that will allow customers to access its exclusive content using cryptocurrencies.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 14, 2018

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A new opinion piece from European Central Bank officials discusses the important role a central bank-backed cryptocurrency could play in society.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 14, 2018