Latest Articles
‘Big Four’ Audit Firm Deloitte Invests in Blockchain Startup SETL
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
One of the leading audit and consulting services providers, Deloitte, made its first investment in the blockcain-based startup as part of its initiative to diversify its business model.
Blockchain Consortium R3 CEV to Receive $59 Million From Major Banks
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
A blockchain startup R3 CEV is going to raise $150 million in its first funding round and some of its original members have already expressed their intention to invest.
![The Inevitable Blockchain [Infographic]](https://www.coinspeaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/inevitable-blockchain-infographic-thumb-02.png)
The Inevitable Blockchain [Infographic]
By Polina Chernykh
• 2 mins read
The technology behind bitcoin is expected to transform traditional business models in the financial industry, according to Sopra Banking Software.
Siemens and U.S. Startup LO3 Energy Partners on Blockchain Microgrids
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
Siemens to take part in a new project with the US-based blockchain startup that will enable energy transfers through the distributed ledger technology.
Bitcoin Micropayments Service ChangeTip is Shutting Down
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
Bitcoin micropayments startup is closing its platform, a few months after its employees were acqui-hired by accommodations company Airbnb.
PwC Launches New Fintech Capability Called ‘Vulcan Digital Asset Services’
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
One of the leading consulting services companies has developed a new platform that will enable digital assets to be used for a range of services, including everyday commerce, banking, and other personal currency and asset related services.
R3 and 10 Banks Have Successfully Tested New Blockchain Identity Registry
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
Ten of the globe’s leading banks have worked with R3 to create a new service for Know Your Customer (KYC) procedure using the distributed ledger technology.
R3 Partners with Monetary Authority of Singapore, Launches Blockchain Lab
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
R3 has announced a deal with Singapore’s financial regulatory authority to establish the first dedicated distributed ledger technology (DLT) Center of Excellence in the Asian region.
Webjet Partners with Microsoft to Create the World’s First Blockchain for Hotel Bookings
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
Australian online travel company has unveiled a new project that is likely to change the future of the travel industry, saving travel firms billions of dollars annually.
Switzerland’s Federal Council Proposes ‘Green Light’ to FinTech Sector
By Polina Chernykh
• 3 mins read
On Wednesday, Swiss finance minister, Ueli Maurer, unveiled the government’s project to drive innovation in the country by easing regulation for fintech startups.