Blockchain will be commercial in 2019, says Russia’s largest bank
Chief executive of Sberbank, Herman Gref, says the commercial applications of blockchain technology in Russia will take shape two years from now. Read more: www.cryptocoinsnews.com
Australian travel firm trials blockchain with Microsoft
Australian online travel firm Webjet has built a blockchain proof-of-concept (PoC) with tech giant Microsoft as its partner, the company revealed. Read more: www.cryptocoinsnews.com
PwC and Z/Yen to explore blockchain use in Insurance
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has teamed with Z/Yen, a London-based commercial think-tank that promotes societal advancement through better finance and technology. Read more: www.cryptocoinsnews.com
Asian banks outline Blockchain use cases
Financial Institutions are eager to identify the commercial opportunity that blockchain technology can offer their business. Read more: www.cryptocoinsnews.com
Huiyin launches $20m bitcoin-dedicated fund
Chinese investment firm Huiyin Group is launching a $20m bitcoin and blockchain-focused investment subsidiary - Huiyin Blockchain Ventures (HBV). Read more: www.fintechroundup.com
The blockchain is perfect for government services
As government services are one of the most obvious and immediate application areas for the blockchain, it's no surprise progressive governments are already working on initiatives. Read more: www.coindesk.com
Israeli startup Synereo announces RChain
Israeli Startup Synereo Announces RChain - a Blockchain Based Technology Stack, Enablin. Read more: www.prnewswire.com
Lower cost is key benefit of blockchain
Patrick Laurent, a partner at Deloitte, told delegates at a breakfast meeting organised by Temenos that companies such as Ripple were on top of the game. Read more: www.bankingtech.com
IBM, INVICTUS collaborating on blockchain procurement
Singapore-based INVICTUS is leveraging IBM technology to develop an eProcurement platform, reports said Friday (March 17). Read more: www.pymnts.com
‘Big four’ in accounting mulling over blockchain consortium
Blockchain representatives from each of the 'Big Four' accounting firms plan to meet The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants to discuss a consortium. Read more: www.coindesk.com