Israel Securities Authority’s ‘Yael’ messenger now on blockchain
As part of its effort to improve security, the Israel Securities Authority has embedded blockchain technology in its messaging system, called Yael.
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BlackBerry develops blockchain platform for healthcare
Former smartphone manufacturer BlackBerry has launched a blockchain-based solution for the healthcare sector that will enable data to be shared in an “ultra-secure” manner.
Air France-KLM turns to blockchain for help cutting customer costs
The world's fifth largest airline has partnered with blockchain-based travel booking firm Winding Tree as part of its effort to explore ways the blockchain could aid in cutting out the middle men.
Shipping giant teams up with IBM to put ‘Bill of Lading’ on blockchain
IBM has reached an agreement with one of Singapore’s leading shipping companies, Pacific International Lines (PIL), over a blockchain solution that seeks to simplify Bill of Lading documentation.
Overstock invests in blockchain-based wine trade
Overstock.com, Inc., through subsidiary Medici Ventures, is investing in VinX, a blockchain company that tracks wine futures.
CoinGeek Mining teams up with BNK Energy to open $15M data center in Kazakhstan
BNK Energy has opened the largest data center in Kazakhstan, which will provide cloud hosting services for CoinGeek Mining’s global fleet.
Malware disguised as cheat tools steals crypto from Fortnite players
When the sixth season of popular video game Fortnite dropped, fans rejoiced. And opportunists tried to cash in too—by developing a cryptocurrency- and data-stealing malware posing as game cheat tools.
Marsh extends IBM deal for blockchain-based proof-of-insurance
Risk management firm Marsh is expanding its collaboration with tech giant IBM to launch a commercial blockchain solution for proof of insurance to a wider customer.
IBM secures blockchain network security patent
The patent describes how blockchain technology can be used to monitor network security breaches within computer systems.
Report: Blockchain in manufacturing to be $566M market by 2025
In just seven years, the market for blockchain in manufacturing could grow to over half a billion dollars.
Google looks to provide better protection against crypto malware
Google is implementing a number of changes to how Chrome handles extensions that will enhance its security and customer protection.
EOS developer insists network is decentralized amid vote-buying allegations
The developer of EOS has acknowledged claims of collusion in the generation of EOS blocks, but remains confident in the cryptocurrency’s future.
UK land registry plans blockchain integration
HM Land Registry, which holds 25 million land titles in England and Wales, may soon be using blockchain technology to document purchases of real estate.
Sierra Leone to implement blockchain-based ID system
The United Nations (UN), nonprofit Kiva, and the Sierra Leone government are developing a blockchain-based ID system for the country.
Chinese state bank issues $1.3B mortgages on blockchain
The Bank of Communications, a bank owned by the Chinese government, has successfully issued mortgage-backed securities worth over $1.3 billion on infrastructure powered by blockchain.
New crypto smartphone unveiled, a variant of the Sony Xperia
The phone will include features that allow it to act as a secure cryptocurrency vault, increasing on the somewhat inadequate security offered by the majority of mainstream cell phones today.
25 apps hosting cryptojacking scripts found on Google Play Store
SophosLabs claims to have identified at least 25 Android apps published on the official Google Play Store containing scripts that facilitate cryptojacking activities on users’ computers.
DLT, AI task force chief calls for tokenized Kenyan economy
Kenya may likely be moving towards tokenizing its economy to solve the alarming rate of corruption and unemployment in the country, following suggestions made by Bitange Ndemo, chairman of Kenya's Distributed Ledgers and Artificial Intelligence task force.
FedEx joins open-source blockchain project
Global shipping company FedEx has joined Hyperledger, an open-source blockchain venture that now has more than 270 members.
Aussie agency completes blockchain test, processes 30,000 transactions in 1 second
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization) has successfully completed a test of its blockchain and the results are promising.