Decentralised cloud storage Storj beta-version launched
A blockchain-based decentralised cloud storage network Storj has announced the launch of its beta-version as it joins Microsoft Azure’s Blockchain-as-a-Service programme.
Bitcoin exchange ShapeShift temporarily offline but rebuilding
Hot wallet funds of the Switzerland-based exchange have been stolen by hackers. However, no customer funds have been compromised, says the company. It promises to use the opportunity for a build-up.
Russian banks may be allowed to employ blockchain
Russian banks may be allowed to use distributed ledger to store information on their transactions after the Central Bank’s blockchain task force presents the results of its work.
Prague to host Bitcoin Conference
The annual event provides the industry players with an opportunity to gather in a special space for communication, opinion exchange and new acquaintances.
Existence of Homeland Security Bitcoin Task Force confirmed
An affidavit of a Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations who tracked down one of the largest Silk Road vendors reveals the existence of a special task force focused on bitcoin-related crimes.
Wall Street test: blockchain fit for credit-default swaps
Several major banks including JP Morgan Chase and Citigroup have tested blockchain. The results are encouraging as the technology proves to work well in the field of credit-default swaps (CDS).
IBM to add blockchain to IoT
The IT giant is now working to bring blockchain technology to its artificial intelligence platform Watson in order to make the emerging Internet of Things ecosystem safer and more convenient.
Bitcoin and blockchain education
The number of higher-educational institutions offering bitcoin-, blockchain- or fintech-related instruction is constantly growing. CoinFox reviews some of the most important educational initiatives.
Lightning Network to put transaction fees under one satoshi
The emerging Lightning Network is likely to lower transaction fees significantly thanks to the high competition between nodes.
Barclays goes bitcoin as Circle gets British licence
British Financial Conduct Authority has granted Circle an electronic money licence allowing it to introduce, in partnership with Barclays, bitcoin-fueled transfers between dollars and British pounds.
R3’s Corda to rival blockchain?
R3 consortium has announced Corda, a new technology for financial institutions different from blockchain, which the consortium has been working upon for the last 6 month.
Russian banker: blockchain makes me likely to lose my job
Banks might disappear due to the spread of blockchain technology. That is what has been voiced to the Vice President of a major Russian bank by one of its leading managers.
Wiper helps independent filmmakers get paid in bitcoin
The mobile messaging app running “a worldwide community of filmmakers” adds bitcoin functionality to enhance profits for digital content creators.
OpenBazaar launches first decentralized bitcoin marketplace
After two years of work, one of the most awaited bitcoin projects is finally ready for business. Core developers recognize a number of shortcomings but promise they will soon be solved.
Czech Institute starts receiving tuition in bitcoins
Czech School of law, economics, politics and security CEVRO has started receiving tuition for three Master's programs in bitcoin digital currency.
Microsoft announces strategic partnership with R3 blockchain consortium
Software giant Microsoft has partnered R3 consortium to prompt the development of blockchain-based solutions for the global financial industry.
