Dutch Central Bank to Create Prototype Blockchain-Based Currency -
The Dutch central bank has committed to developing an internal blockchain prototype dubbed “DNBCoin”, according to a recent publication. The project is slated to be developed this year, the central bank wrote in its latest annual report.
Stan Higgins / Mar 24, 2016 09:11 pm
New York Fed Report Highlights Bitcoin Market Discrepancies -
Federal Reserve analysts have published findings they say show bitcoin exchange fees discourage arbitrage and make bitcoin a worse store of value. Citing information from three popular exchanges, they associate transaction fees with bitcoin's perception that it's a poor store of value.
Michael del Castillo / Mar 24, 2016 08:51 pm
Vitalik Buterin Charts Ethereum's Path Forward at Coinbase HQ -
Ethereum investor Vitalik Buterin gave a presentation at the headquarters of bitcoin startup Coinbase this week. Coming amid the ongoing block size debate, as well Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong’s pointed criticisms of the network, the event sparked speculation on social media forums, but saw no major announcements.
Pete Rizzo / Mar 24, 2016 05:31 pm
French Legislators Highlight Blockchain Tech at National Assembly Event -
France’s legislature, the National Assembly, is holding a blockchain symposium today. The event, entitled "Blockchain: Disruption and Opportunities", features three panels and is set to host a range of representatives from the French public and private sectors, including its bitcoin and blockchain community.
Stan Higgins / Mar 24, 2016 05:08 pm
How OpenBazaar’s Early Adopters Are Testing the Online Market -
OpenBazaar isn't even fully operational and vendors have begun to test its services. A look at who's preparing to do business reveals a wide range of companies ranging from traditional goods like t-shirts to more experimental services that are only necessary on such a marketplace.
Daniel Palmer / Mar 24, 2016 04:31 pm
