BLOCKCHAIN

Developers can leverage the power of a blockchain without being bogged down by the complexities while preserving a database’s strengths and scalability. Read more: www.cryptocoinsnews.com

Blockchain technology has become something of a buzz phrase. But what exactly is it and what can it be used for? Emily Spaven takes a look. Read more: techcitynews.com

Blockchain, which many experts have called the biggest innovation since the internet, has started gaining steam among bankers and financial institutions. Read more: www.techinasia.com

Blockchain technology could be coming to Myanmar, where a local company is hoping to become one of the first microfinance firms in the world to use a blockchain-based core banking system. Read more: www.mmtimes.com

Blockchain startup Chain has named a Goldman Sachs managing director as its new president. Read more: www.coindesk.com

Blockchain has the capability to increase automation and lower the cost of providing insurance. Read more: www.letstalkpayments.com

There’s a new blockchain consortium in town with the announcement of the Shanghai Industrial Development Blockchain Alliance. Read more: www.fintechroundup.com

The next eight years could see the blockchain marketplace grow to almost $8bn in value, according to a new research report. Read more: www.coindesk.com

An economic development firm owned by a Finnish city has been awarded €2.4 million to build blockchain-powered smart shipping containers. Read More: www.coindesk.com

BNP Paribas is working with AXA Investment Managers on the deployment of a blockchain-based fund distribution platform Read more: www.finextra.com