RBI concerned over impact of cryptocurrencies on India's financial stability, says Shaktikanta Das
The RBI governor said: 'We have certain major concerns about cryptocurrencies. We have communicated them to the government. It is under consideration in the government and I do expect and I think sooner or later the government will take a call and if required Parliament also will consider and decide'
Collaboration using blockchain technology is key to solving a lot of systemic issues in banking sector says IBM's Jitan Chandanani
In the first phase of this network, the banks set up a live network for supply-chain vendors across India to register themselves
Cryptocurrency usage to become mainstream soon; China launching own state-backed digital coins
Just like smartphones quickly eliminated most old cell phones, no countries will be able to reject blockchain payments for long.
FBI arrests US blockchain expert for helping North Korea evade sanctions
Virgil Griffith travelled to North Korea to attend the Pyongyang Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Conference
HSBC completes first blockchain-based letter of credit transaction in yuan
HSBC has been looking to use blockchain to streamline the paper-based and bureaucratic business of financing trade.
TRAI asks telcos to submit monthly reports over complaints for pesky calls
TRAI has outlined the specific format for the compliance reports that need to be filled by companies.
How blockchain technology can help in real-world supply chain management
Supply chain professionals can use blockchain technology to gather and use tracking data in new ways.
Microsoft announces new business tools to make AI and blockchain easier to adopt
Microsoft is releasing tools to let users make AI models without having to write the underlying code.
Reliance Industries acquires 5.56% stake in blockchain startup for $5 million
The startup is expected to run its energy-focused blockchain startup early next year.
Facebook is working on a stablecoin cryptocurrency for WhatsApp transfers: Report
By their very nature, stablecoins are cryptocurrencies that are meant to minimise the effect of price volatility.
China's crackdown leads WeChat to block cryptocurrency transaction on its platform
The move came into action when WeChat tipped regulators about an ongoing ICO project.
Tech Mahindra, Microsoft join hands to develop blockchain-based technology to curb pesky calls and SMS
According to TRAI's new rules to quell pesky calls, telecom operators are required to deploy blockchain-based technology to prevent unauthorised access of subscribers data
Tech Mahindra aims to launch five pilot projects on 5G services by next month
Tech Mahindra has been offering services to its clients using Blockchain Technology.
Blockchain can be used to fight corruption, increase transparency in govt projects
Blockchain elevates transparency between the government, research organizations, and the public.
Facebook appoints new Director of Engineering at its Blockchain division
Facebook had set up a group within the company to explore blockchain technology
Facebook is undergoing a reorganisation with CPO Chris Cox being put in charge of major products; a blockchain division will also launch soon
The shakeup appeared to consolidate power at the sprawling internet company, although it included no firings or outside hires.
India can learn a lot from Russia's implementation of blockchain technology in its economy
But it is not easy to understand blockchain. And it is even more difficult to make someone implement this technology.
Blockchain to have mixed implication on global banking system, says Moody's report
Blockchain technology has the potential reduce costs of cross-border transactions for banks. However, it could put pressure on their fees and commissions
Blockchain can benefit banks but will take a toll with reduced fees and commissions: Moody's
Banks could benefit significantly from the development and implementation of blockchain technologies in terms of enhanced efficiency, cost savings.
Financial policymakers at G20 summit decide to keep an eye on the development of cryptocurrencies
One reason for the G20’s inaction is that they see cryptocurrencies as too small to jeopardize financial markets.