Blockchain startup Bitwala has raised €4 million in new funding that will help develop a planned blockchain bank account offering.
Over 75 New Banks: JPMorgan Expands Blockchain Payments Trial
A blockchain payments trial launched by JPMorgan, Australia’s ANZ and the Royal Bank of Canada has just gained over 75 new banks as participants.
SBI Aims for Cashless Society With Mobile Payments Token Trial
Financial giant SBI Group has announced that it is testing a crypto token called “S coin” to enable retail payments over mobile devices.
Brave Browser Is Using Civic’s Blockchain Platform to Verify Publishers
Privacy-focused internet browser Brave will use Civic’s identity verification services to ensure that publishers are paid for their content.
Quick Brew? BitFury’s Coffee Machine Accepts Bitcoin Via Lightning Network
A Bitfury-led engineering team has created a coffee vending machine capable of accepting bitcoin payments through the Lightning Network.
US Banking Giant PNC Becomes Latest to Adopt Ripple’s xCurrent
PNC Bank’s Treasury Management division is to begin accepting cross-border transactions using Ripple’s xCurrent product.
High Times Quietly Removes Crypto Payment Option From IPO Website
High Times has removed bitcoin as a payment option for its IPO, just days after admitting it was accepting the cryptocurrency.
LG’s Mobile Arm to Trial Blockchain Payments for Overseas Travelers
South Korean telco LG Uplus is to trial a blockchain-based mobile payment service aimed to let travelers save fees when shopping abroad.
Mastercard Patent Filings Tout Blockchain for Immutable Data Records
A group of Mastercard patent applications outline how blockchain technology can be used to securely record transaction information.
Medici-Backed Bitsy Launches User-Friendly Crypto Wallet to Boost Adoption
Bitsy, a Medici Ventures portfolio firm, wants to spur crypto adoption with the launch of an ultra-simple, beginner-friendly wallet.
SBI to Roll Out Ripple DLT-Based Payments App on iOS, Android
Having revealed the plan in March, Japan’s SBI Holdings says it will roll out a Ripple DLT-based payments app for iOS and Android this autumn.
Vault Launches Crypto Collectibles Wallet on Apple’s App Store
Vault wants to boost crypto adoption with its new iOS wallet that stores non-fungible tokens and other crypto collectibles.
BitGo Receives Regulatory Approval to Custody Crypto Assets
Crypto security startup BitGo has received approval in the U.S. to act as a qualified custodian for digital assets.
10 Years After Lehman: Bitcoin and Wall Street Are Closer Than Ever
Bitcoin, born into the flames of the credit crisis, seemed like a rebellion against a broken financial system. Ten years later, is that still true?
Indian Government Approves Bank’s Blockchain Research
India’s top executive body has granted approval for the Exim Bank to conduct research into how blockchain technology may benefit the financial sector.
Softbank Completes Blockchain PoC for Cross-Carrier Mobile Payments
Japanese telecoms giant Softbank Corp. has completed a blockchain proof-of-concept that allows P2P mobile payments across different carriers.
R3, Ripple Settle Legal Dispute Over XRP Purchase Option
Blockchain startups Ripple and R3 have resolved a legal battle that saw both firms filing suits in the U.S. over a contract dispute.
Ripple’s Former Legal Chief Joins Crypto Payments Startup
Just days after leaving her role as Ripple’s top legal officer, Brynly Llyr is taking on the role of general counsel at crypto payments startup Celo.
Gemini Launches NYDFS-Regulated Crypto Pegged to the Dollar
Crypto exchange Gemini is set to issue a dollar-backed, NYDFS-approved stablecoin – the second to launch in New York today.
Paxos Unveils Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Approved by New York Regulator
Blockchain startup Paxos has launched a regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin to facilitate instant transaction settlements for crypto investors.