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A major Russian airline is reportedly using blockchain to issue tickets as part of a bid to streamline its back office processes.

By Wolfie ZhaoJul 25, 2017

Markets

A multinational aid network comprising more than 40 members, is testing blockchain to track donations and disbursements.

By Wolfie ZhaoJul 12, 2017

Tech

A fintech startup in the UK is launching a suite of cryptocurrency services following the completion of a $66m Series B funding round.

By Chuan TianJul 12, 2017

Markets

Following a successful trial, the Japanese consumer electronics retailer is expanding its bitcoin payment option to all stores nationwide.

By Chuan TianJul 12, 2017

Markets

The UK’s central bank has released new details about a proof-of-concept it has developed in partnership with distributed ledger startup Ripple.

By Stan HigginsJul 11, 2017

Markets

Swift's months-long cross border blockchain trial is expanding with the entrance of more than twenty additional financial firms.

By Wolfie ZhaoJul 6, 2017

Markets

Bitcoin startup Bitwage, which focuses on the international payroll market, is expanding its European footprint with a launch in the UK.

By Stan HigginsJul 3, 2017

Markets

POSaBIT, a Seattle-based digital currency payments startup with a focus on serving legal cannabis outlets, has raised $1.5m in funding.

By Stan HigginsJun 29, 2017

Markets

Two private preschools in New York City now allow parents to pay for tuition with bitcoin, ether and litecoin.

By Stan HigginsJun 28, 2017

Markets

Bitspark has revealed is working with the United Nations Development Programme on a trial aimed to build financial inclusion in Tajikistan.

By Wolfie ZhaoJun 27, 2017