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Nasdaq Wants to Invest in More Blockchain Startups

Exchange operator Nasdaq is looking to invest in blockchain startups as part of a new venture initiative.

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BNP Paribas Taps Blockchain for Fund Distribution Platform

A subsidiary of banking giant BNP Paribas has revealed it is utilizing blockchain tech for a fund-distribution platform currently in development.

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Cisco, Bosch Reveal New Details on IoT-Blockchain Projects

A blockchain-IoT consortium is moving forward on standardizing the technology its participants use with the launch of a new API.

odometer, car

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Goldman Sachs Managing Director Joins Blockchain Startup Chain

Blockchain startup Chain has named a Goldman Sachs managing director as its new president.

Jessop

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Bitwage Upgrades Bitcoin Payroll Service for EU Customers

Bitcoin startup Bitwage is improving its payroll services for premium customers based in the European Union.

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Alibaba Affiliate to Expand Blockchain Charity Project

Ant Financial, the payments affiliate of e-commerce giant Alibaba, is moving to expand the scope of its blockchain-powered charity project.

Alibaba

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Blockstream Hires Ex-BTCC Exec in Global Market Push

Blockchain development startup Blockstream has added a new executive, poaching a C-level hire from one of China's 'Big Three' bitcoin exchanges.

Samson Mow

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IBM Ramps Up China Blockchain Work With Supply Chain Trial

IBM's latest blockchain partner is Hejia, a Chinese supply chain management company who recently conducted a supply chain trial.

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Porsche Seeks Blockchain Companies for Startup Competition

German automaker Porsche is looking to the startup space as it explores blockchain technology.

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Why a Quiet Blockchain Consortium Could Soon Make Noise

While high-profile consortiums are progressing to big fanfare, a small blockchain effort working quietly in Luxembourg could affect the whole world.

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