Technology
Analytics Service Aims to Be 'Gold Standard' of Bitcoin Data
A new service, Challenger Deep, is launching its invite-only beta this week with the promise of delivering the "gold standard" for bitcoin data.
Inside R3CEV's Plot to Bring Distributed Ledgers to Wall Street
CoinDesk profiles R3CEV, the stealthy crypto-venture firm working to bridge traditional finance and blockchain technology.
Gates Foundation's Kosta Peric on Blockchain Tech and the Unbanked
CoinDesk speaks to Kosta Peric about the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation's exploration of the blockchain, financial inclusion and more.
Blockchain Identity Startup ShoCard Raises $1.5 Million
Blockchain identity startup ShoCard has raised $1.5m in funding from AME Cloud Ventures and Digital Currency Group, among other VC firms.
Berklee Report Proposes Blockchain Royalty Network for Musicians
A study published by the Berklee College of Music outlines how a blockchain royalty system could improve working conditions for musical artists.
Standard Chartered Exec Touts Blockchain Tech for Trade Finance
Standard Chartered chief innovation officer Anju Patwardhan has penned a new essay on the potential benefits of the bitcoin blockchain.
SWIFT Institute Offers €15,000 for Blockchain Securities Research
A financial services research group backed by SWIFT has announced a new blockchain technology grant.
Deloitte Outlines Concept for Central Bank-Backed Cryptocurrency
Would a central bank ever take the step of issuing its own cryptocurrency? A new report by Deloitte explores how one might go about doing so.
New Tool Lets Bitcoin Firms 'Ring Fence' Customer Funds
Two London bitcoin startups have unveiled a new system that "ring-fences" customer funds from other operations.
