Russia's Sole Central Securities Depository Trials Blockchain Voting -
The National Settlement Depository, Russia’s sole central securities depository, has announced it has tested a blockchain-based voting system. The announcement follows similar action in the US market, with the DTCC undertaking a series of trials and tests related to the emerging technology.
Pete Rizzo / Apr 28, 2016 02:00 pm
Bitcoin Retreats Below $440 as Price Support Weakens -
Bitcoin prices dropped below $450 late yesterday and then continued to fall below $440 as of press time. The retreat from $475 is notable given that bitcoin prices were on the cusp of reaching highs not seen since before 2015. The price of bitcoin last exceeded $500 on 31st August, 2014.
Charles Bovaird / Apr 28, 2016 03:10 am
Gaming Platform Steam Now Accepting Bitcoin -
Confirming a long-rumored move, gaming and digital media platform Steam is now accepting bitcoin payments through processing service BitPay. The platform draws millions of users on a daily basis, according to Steam's self-reported statistics, and as a platform attracts an engaged and tech-friendly user base.
Stan Higgins / Apr 27, 2016 09:19 pm
Microsoft Japan Among 34 Tech Firms to Launch Blockchain Consortium -
Japan's newly launched Blockchain Collaborative Consortium includes 34 companies aimed at taking a leadership position on the global blockchain scene. The consortium's launch comes as members of Japan's government are showing signs of warming to bitcoin and other digital currencies.
Michael del Castillo / Apr 27, 2016 07:24 pm
UK Government Could Track Student Loans and Grants with Blockchain -
The UK government is looking at the use of blockchains to track student loans and public grants. News that the government is considering these kinds of applications came during a speech this week given by Matt Hancock, the head of the UK Cabinet Office and a member of Parliament.
Stan Higgins / Apr 27, 2016 05:20 pm
