Tag: MicroSoft
Microsoft bets on Apache Spark to power its big data services
Microsoft today announced that it is making a serious commitment to the open source Apache Spark cluster computing framework. Read more: techcrunch.com
Microsoft is developing a blockchain ID system for the UN
One of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals is to provide everyone in the world with legal identity. And Microsoft and its partners believe this is a perfect case for blockchain technology. Read more: www.neowin.net
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
Leading firms support Singapore FinTech school
Five major firms have come together to back a FinTech school at New York-based Byte Academy's first international venture, in Singapore. Read more: www.econotimes.com
Nimbrix launches blockchain consortium and platform
London-based Nimbrix has unveiled its new blockchain platform and the creation of an industry consortium with KPMG and Microsoft. Read more: www.bankingtech.com
Microsoft, Banco Votorantim partner on Brazil FinTech
Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) and Brazilian lender Banco Votorantim are investing together in financial technology startups. Read more: www.reuters.com
FinTech pros place their bets on blockchain trade finance
Microsoft and Bank of America Merrill Lynch talk their trade finance blockchain partnership amid rising popularity of this focus among FinTech giants. Read more: www.pymnts.com
Microsoft, Bank of America get serious on blockchain trade
Microsoft and Bank of America announce a partnership to collaborate on blockchain-based trade finance solutions. Read more: www.pymnts.com
Microsoft’s Bletchley blockchain project progresses
Microsoft unveiled a new version of its consortium blockchain software Bletchley today. Read more: www.coindesk.com
Insurtech Startup ValChoice Receives $120K Microsoft Award
ValChoice, which allows insurance consumers to find the companies offering the best price, protection & service, receives $120k Microsoft BizSpark Plus Award. Read more: www.finsmes.com