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Walmart punts on blockchain tech to secure payment data
Tech 20 April 2018

Walmart punts on blockchain tech to secure payment data

The U.S Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published two patent filings by Walmart describing blockchain-based applications that will help secure payments and protect private information from third parties.

Riot Blockchain comes under fire, faces NASDAQ delisting
Business 20 April 2018

Riot Blockchain comes under fire, faces NASDAQ delisting

Riot Blockchain is being called to the carpet after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sent a subpoena, warning Riot that it is facing possible removal from NASDAQ for not adhering to policies.

Amazon wins patent for cryptocurrency data marketplace
Tech 18 April 2018

Amazon wins patent for cryptocurrency data marketplace

A subsidiary of e-commerce and cloud computing giant Amazon has been granted a patent for a streaming data service that could allow its subscribers to receive real-time cryptocurrency transactions data.

Malta continues to forge ahead in blockchain sphere
Business 18 April 2018

Malta continues to forge ahead in blockchain sphere

Malta's Financial Services Authority has come up with a proposal for a Financial Instrument Test, which should distinguish between what assets that come from initial coin offerings are actually securities.

IMF chief shows support (again) for cryptocurrency
Business 18 April 2018

IMF chief shows support (again) for cryptocurrency

Christine Lagarde once again comes out in favor of the cryptocurrency industry, announcing that she feels the timing is right to globally discuss the potential benefits of crypto assets.

First EU blockchain hackathon offers €100K prize
Tech 16 April 2018

First EU blockchain hackathon offers €100K prize

In a bid to explore how blockchain technology can be used for intellectual property (IP) rights enforcement, European Union (EU) agencies are organizing a “Blockathon” event in Brussels in June.