Technology
2020 Vision: Why Startups Believe Blockchain Will Go Live in Dubai
Blockchain startups are jumping at the opportunity to work in a rare region of the world where the rewards are real for industry doers.
Could Smart Contract-Based Bribes Threaten Bitcoin Mining Pools?
Could bribery payments issued via smart contract undo the bitcoin mining pool model?
Rootstock is Fusing Lightning With On-Chain Scaling – On a Sidechain
A unique proposal aimed at scaling bitcoin’s transaction capacity via sidechains has been revealed in a new white paper.
Russian PM Orders Research on Public Sector Blockchain Use
Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has asked two government ministries to investigate public sector blockchain applications.
Local Government in South Korea Taps Blockchain for Community Vote
A South Korean provincial government recently tapped technology developed by blockchain startup Blocko for a vote on community funding.
MIT Expo Spotlights Bitcoin Tech Concerns
The fourth annual MIT Bitcoin Expo this week saw much discussion of the need for more bitcoin nodes to avoid centralization of the tech.
Will the Internet of Things Need Its Own Blockchain?
Is there a need for a use-case specific blockchain in IoT? Some companies believe that the idea is compelling.
What You Need to Know About Bitcoin's Upcoming Code Release
Bitcoin’s best-known proposed code change isn’t the only one that matters.
Foxconn Subsidiary Debuts Blockchain-Powered Supply Chain Platform
A subsidiary of one of largest electronics manufacturers has partnered on the launch of a new blockchain-based supply chain finance platform.
Australian Finance Regulator Unveils Blockchain Research Effort
Australian financial regulator AUSTRAC is launching a new innovation hub dedicated in part to blockchain research.
