Genpact Leverages Blockchain for Finance and Accounts
- 8 years 3 weeks ago
- Blockchain
Genpact (NYSE: G), a global professional services firm focused on delivering digital transformation, is reimagining how companies manage order-to-cash operations via a digital finance and accounting (F&A) solution that leverages blockchain technology in a new way to dramatically transform operations, customer satisfaction, and cash flow management, by eliminating billing errors and accelerating payment time.
Blockchain Incubator Adel to Launch its First ICO
- 8 years 4 weeks ago
- Blockchain
Along with the rapid growth of blockchain entrepreneurs, an ecosystem of exciting start-ups has begun to take shape. Fintech is not the only sector being offering new solutions - Various industries have recognised the value of the distributed ledger technology (DLT), to promote start-up incubation and project acceleration.
Thales Integrates Hardware Security Modules with Chain Blockchain Technology
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, Security
Thales, a leader in critical information systems, cybersecurity and data security, announces integration of its market-leading nShield hardware security module (HSM) with Chain, provider of enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure that enables organizations – including Nasdaq, Citi and
Hyperledger Member Will Take Part in Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference Russia
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, Bitcoins
On April 19, Duncan Johnston-Watt, a member of the Hyperledger project and a serial entrepreneur, will speak at the annual Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference Russia in Moscow. He will reveal details of the large-scale project and present the case study related to the use of its instruments. IBM has recently announced about the launch of IBM Blockchain service based on the technology Hyperledger Fabric. It can be used for creating commercial... more
AIA, Allianz and Manulife Discuss Blockchain Applications for Insurance
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, Insurance
AIA and Allianz have now confirmed that they will join Manulife to discuss insurance applications for blockchain technology at the Blockchain for Finance Conference in Singapore on June 20-21. With a continued focus from insurers to modernize their organizations through the adoption of digital solutions, this discussion will provide you with a unique opportunity to hear where this technology could be utilized within the insurance sector. They... more
The Largest Blockchain and Bitcoin Conference Will Take Place in Prague
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies
On May 19, the capital of the Czech Republic will host Blockchain &Bitcoin Conference Prague – the event dedicated to the development of cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Guests will meet supporters of a decentralized economy, successful blockchain developers and entrepreneurs and enjoy the exhibition of equipment for the industry.
OpenLedger supports Apptrade crowdsale with $100,000 boost
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
OpenLedger’s Apptrade, the platform developing “Kickstarter for Apps on the Blockchain”, has received a $100,000 USD boost from OpenLedger ApS, the world's first blockchain powered conglomerate. Supported by the digital token APPX, Apptrade creates portfolios, or groups, of apps, where if one of those apps becomes the next Instagram or Angry Birds, then the value of the portfolio rises.
Blockchain Conference to Take Place in Kazakhstan
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
The capital of Kazakhstan will host Blockchain Conference Astana on June 14 - 15, 2017. The conference organizers have chosen Astana to be the conference location for several reasons. Firstly, Kazakhstan has a great potential for development of the fintech industry. The country has shaped its course for accelerated technological modernization of the economy.
SAP Ariba Partners Everledger to Get the Best of Blockchain
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
Blockchain is among the most disruptive technologies of the day. From banking and insurance to agriculture, energy, healthcare, and media, it is shaking-up entire industries and is about to transform global supply chains, thanks to SAP Ariba. The company today unveiled plans to leverage blockchain across its cloud-based applications and business network to upend the way goods and services are traded.
Russian Bankers to Attend a Session on Blockchain Application on April 19
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
On April 19, Moscow will host a session dedicated to the application of blockchain technologies in the banking sector within annual Blockchain&Bitcoin Conference Russia. It will engage representatives of Sberbank, Alfa Bank and other companies, actively implementing blockchain in business processes. Why Russian bankers are interested in blockchain
IBM Partners with SecureKey Technologies to Deliver Blockchain-Based Digital Identity Network
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, Security
Today IBM InterConnect and SecureKey Technologies have unveiled a new digital identity and attribute-sharing network based on IBM Blockchain. The network will be designed to make it easier for consumers to verify they are who they say they are, in a privacy-enhanced, security-rich and efficient way. After launch later this year, consumers can use the network to instantly verify their identity for services such as new bank accounts, driver's... more
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation partners R3
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has joined financial innovation firm R3’s collaborative initiative to design and apply distributed ledger technologies (DLT) to wholesale financial markets.
Moscow will host world-renowned blockchain experts
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
The prominent global specialists in the sphere of blockchain technologies will gather in Moscow on 19th of April. Coupled with Russian bankers and entrepreneurs they will discuss Russian and foreign blockchain projects in financial and non-financial spheres. On April 19, the most well-known global specialists in the sphere of blockchain technologies will come to Moscow. Together with Russian bankers and entrepreneurs they will discuss Russian... more
Japanese banks register for Exchange-run blockchain proof-of-concept
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain
At the end of November 2016, Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc.; Osaka Exchange, Inc.; and Japan Securities Clearing Corporation made an announcement(*) regarding the consortium of Japanese financial institutions.
Bloq Connects the Business and Technical Worlds With Blockchain Innovations
- 8 years 1 month ago
- Blockchain, IT Innovations
Bloq, enterprise-grade blockchain solutions developer, has launched BloqLabs to grow its current sponsorship and support of critical open source projects in the bitcoin and blockchain ecosystems. “In the 1900s, Bell Labs become known as the ‘The Idea Factory’ for global telecommunications,” said Jeff Garzik, CEO and Co-founder of Bloq. “BloqLabs can set the tone for the blockchain era and ensure enterprises are tapping into every innovation from... more
