Blockchain
R3 Offers Free Access to the Corda Blockchain Code
The code is available for download via Corda.net for free to encourage the contribution of the global developer community.
Is Blockchain Losing Its Luster?
Is patience with distributed-ledger technology already starting to diminish after a hyperbolic year?
UPDATED: Morgan Stanley Joins Goldman Sachs in R3 Departure
Santander is reported to have left the blockchain consortium as well.
Singapore Eyes Central Bank-Issued Digital Currency
R3 and eight financial institutions will conduct a pilot program for interbank payments and cross-border foreign currency transactions.
Hong Kong Government Advises Caution with Distributed-Ledger Technologies
Hong Kong's HKMA says it is premature to make a conclusion on distributed-ledger technology.
SEC Eyes Risks in Rapid Fintech Deployment
“We’ve hired a few quants that used to design HFT models and worked at HFT firms. We’ve actually been working on—and have a prototype for—high-speed analytics on trading. That’s something our quant team has worked on a lot over the past year."
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 42: US Treasuries Platforms, Bats CIO, Accenture Blockchain
Dan and Emilia discuss the November features.
Nimbrix Launches Blockchain Consortium Aimed at the Buy Side
Consortium including Microsoft, Thomson Reuters and KPMG aims to launch buy-side blockchain platform.
Accenture Makes the Case for an Editable Blockchain
The controversial editable blockchain meets rules like the EU's Right to be Forgotten, the firm says.
Cobalt, SETL Partner for Distributed-Ledger Solution
Fifteen FX institutional participants have agreed to use the integrated service, set to launch in 2017.
Synechron, ConsenSys, BlockApps Collaborate for Blockchain Applications
The partnership may also bleed into Synechron's blockchain accelerator program.
uTrade Launches Blockchain-based KYC Platform
The vendor also announced the establishment of a new subsidiary solely focused on blockchain products.
Chain Releases Open-Source Version of Distributed-Ledger Platform
Chain Core Developer Edition allows firms to start or join a blockchain network.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 40: North American Buy-Side Technology Summit
Dan and Anthony talk about the biggest topics at the most recent Waters event.
Symbiont Releases Software Development Kit for Distributed Ledger
Symbiont's ledger, Assembly, is the first component of its smart contracts platform.
Axoni-Organized Group Completes Blockchain Experiment for Equity Swaps Processing
Distributed-ledger vendor's group included five Tier-1 banks.
Waters Wavelength Podcast Episode 39: Blockchain Features
Dan, Anthony and Emilia discuss their three-part blockchain series.
EY Partners with Paxos on Blockchain Gold Settlement Service
Advisory firm will offer consulting services and help gold market participants with implementation of vendor's service.
Sizing Up Blockchain: A Special Report
This 12-page special report looks at the promise and hype surrounding distributed-ledger technologies.
Infrastructure Experts Want Blockchain Tech Standardized
Sibos delegates call for interoperability of distributed ledgers to avoid vendor lock-in
Blockchain: The Revolution Has Been Over-Hyped
Anthony Malakian talks to several capital markets executives to determine whether irrational exuberance has overtaken common sense.
One Chain to Rule Them All?
Industry experts weigh in on how many blockchains are needed in the industry.
Blockchain: The Money Behind the Hype
Banks are interested in funding its development while venture capitals are waiting in the wings.
Let’s Get Digital: Big Banks Consider Digital Currencies on Distributed Ledgers
The allure of creating a digital currency with distributed-ledger technology has continued to grow as financial firms gain a better understanding of how the complex technology works.