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Infosys Subsidiary Launches Blockchain Platform for Banks

Infosys has become the latest IT services giant to announce the introduction of a blockchain offering through its EdgeVerve Systems subsidiary.

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MIT Responds to Bitcoin Developer Concerns Over 'ChainAnchor'

A blockchain project being developed by MIT researchers gained new attention this week following criticism of its alleged design elements.

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For Blockchain VCs, the Time for Ethereum Investments Has Come

Weeks after the launch of the first "production version" of Ethereum, blockchain investors are taking a deeper look at the ecosystem's startups.

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SWIFT is Now Developing a Distributed Ledger Platform

International payments network SWIFT is looking to build its own distributed ledger platform, a new report reveals.

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Hyperledger Project Explores Fighting Counterfeit Drugs with Blockchain

Hyperledger project member Accenture has proposed using blockchain tech to fight the spread of counterfeit drugs.

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R3 Reveals 8 Areas of Focus for Blockchain Bank Trials

R3CEV's top lawyer talks about 8 proof-of-concepts in the works. But the areas he focused on won't necessarily be replaced by the technology.

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CFTC Commissioner: Credit Default Swap Test ‘Proves Merit’ of Blockchain

A CFTC commissioner said today he believes blockchain tech has already proved itself in the market through testing.

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MUFG Building Blockchain Proof-of-Concept for Promissory Notes

Blockchain startup Chain has inked a new deal with Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (MUFG).

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Ethereum Used for ‘First’ Paid Energy Trade Using Blockchain Tech

The Ethereum blockchain is being used by Transactive Grid to log energy created by solar panels so that it can be sold to connected neighbors.

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Why Datt is Sticking With Bitcoin Over Ethereum

Bitcoin or Ethereum? One decentralized protocol developer discusses why he is sticking with bitcoin over a new alternative.

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