In a patent filing released Thursday, Capital One set out a blockchain system its says allows secure user authentication across multiple platforms.
Coinbase Acquires Digital Identity Startup Distributed Systems
Coinbase is advancing its push into developing a secure digital identity platform by acquiring San Francisco-based startup Distributed Systems.
Bitcoin’s Second-Ever Developer Is Back (With a Big Vision for Crypto)
The first developer to code alongside Satoshi couldn’t stay away from crypto for long. He’s now helping to launch a new token.
Hitachi Trials Blockchain to Settle Retail Payments Using Just Fingerprints
Tech conglomerate Hitachi and teleco giant KDDI are piloting a blockchain payments system that can identify shoppers via their fingerprints alone.
South Korean Telecoms Giant KT Has Built Its Own Blockchain
The second largest mobile carrier in South Korea has launched its own blockchain network and aims to apply the tech across several sectors.
Civic Is Turning Identity.com Into a Crypto-Powered Personal Data Market
Civic secures a high-quality URL from a longstanding internet company, raising the profile of the whole blockchain industry.
Crypto Valley Declares Blockchain Voting Trial a ‘Success’
Zug, home of the “Crypto Valley” in Switzerland, has successfully completed its first test of a blockchain-based voting system.
Major Banks, Regulators Trial ‘Know Your Customer’ App on R3’s Corda
Around 40 participants have trialed a “self-sovereign” know-your-customer application that gives customers more control over their data.
In the Scramble to Fix Digital Identity, uPort Is a Project to Watch
Digital identity is scattered and insecure. ConsenSys’ uPort project wants to rework the internet to make “self-sovereign identity” a reality.
Sweden’s Land Registry Demos Live Transaction on a Blockchain
Swedish Land Registry and Blockchain project have concluded their third phase of testing with a full demonstration.
Korean Banks Can Use Blockchain to Verify Customer IDs from July
A national banking group from South Korea is to roll out a blockchain-based ID verification system for domestic banks next month.
KODAKCoin Inks Arena Partnership to Store NBA, NHL Photos
Created by WENN Digital, KODAKOne and the KODAKCoin is announced to launch at 6 major OVG sports venues reaching over 10 million fans per year.
Save the World? Blockchain’s Big Dreams Come Back to Earth in DC
“It’s about being demand driven instead of supply driven.”
Mastercard Looks to Blockchain to Make Coupons Immutable
A patent application from Mastercard suggests that the payments giant is eyeing blockchain as part of a way to verify the authenticity of coupons.
Blockchain Must Adapt to Build Trust in the Internet of Things
While there is tremendous promise for the tech, blockchain must evolve substantially to meet the unique demands of the internet of things.
The Auto Industry Is Gearing Up for a Blockchain-Powered Future
Automotive executives are starting to wake up to the use cases of blockchain in the industry, but there’s a way to go.
Social Network Adopts Civic’s Blockchain ID System
Civic has launched a decentralized identity verification system, and crypto social network platform Hilo is the first to use it.
The ‘World’s First’ Crypto Beer Vending Machine Has Arrived
Blockchain technology startup Civic will demo how its ID verification services can be used to purchase alcohol via vending machines at Consensus 2018.
BMW, Ford, GM: World’s Largest Automakers Form Blockchain Coalition
BMW, Ford, GM and Renault have joined with tech providers to form the biggest-ever consortium focused on blockchain for the automotive industry.
ICBC’s First Blockchain Patent Is Now Public
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, a major state-owned bank, is exploring how to verify and share users’ certificates on a blockchain.