The payment affiliate of China’s e-commerce giant Alibaba has launched a blockchain-based remittance service between Hong Kong and the Philippines.
Not Just a Bubble: Blockchain Is Already Delivering on the Hype
The new digital gold standard? Well, of course. That goes without saying!
Crypto Exchange Coinone Taps Ripple for New Remittance Service
A subsidiary of South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Coinone is turning to Ripple’s xCurrent blockchain network for cross-border payments.
Blockchain Remittances Face Efficiency Hurdle, Says Taiwan Central Bank
A trialed blockchain system for interbank clearance was not as efficient as the current centralized system, says a central bank report.
Europe’s Central Bank Touts Crypto As Underbanked Aid
A new opinion piece from European Central Bank officials discusses the important role a central bank-backed cryptocurrency could play in society.
Thai Bank Extending Ripple Remittances to Euro and Pound
Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank is adding two new currencies to its Ripple-based blockchain remittance platform.
Why There’s Still Hope for Bitcoin Remittance Companies
Bitspark’s George Harrap lists his takeaways from three years of running a bitcoin-based remittance startup.