Lack of Database Management Makes Italy’s Banking Crisis Even Worse
Most people will remember the ongoing banking crisis in Italy, for which no solution has been found yet. But the country is not giving up on these banks, …
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More Than A Dozen Swiss Banks Under Investigation For Money Laundering
Money laundering in the financial sector is nothing new under the sun. A new report makes mention of how as many as 15 Swiss banks could be involved in …
Banco Santander Sees Bitcoin As A Disruptor For Card Payments
Bitcoin is often seen as a threat to the current financial ecosystem. Cryptocurrency enthusiasts wouldn’t mind if the fiat currency system disappears altogether, and gets replaced by something that …
Cash And Bitcoin Are Being Opposed Because They Both Offer Financial Freedom
There is an apparent correlation between the usage of cash, and being excited about Bitcoin. Both forms of transferring value provide financial freedom, albeit there are some significant differences …
Banks Are Hesitant To Embrace Blockchain Due To Transaction Confidentiality
Albeit blockchain allows for transactions to become public knowledge, the technology can also be used to keep accurate information confidential. Various banks around the world see transaction confidentiality as …
Banks Are Stockpiling Bitcoin To Pay Ransomware Demands
Even though dealing with Bitcoin ransomware can be done without paying the fee, the majority of corporations are stockpiling Bitcoin “just in case”. But it looks like they are …
New Federal Reserve Interest Hike Will Not Improve Its Credibility
A lot of people have been keeping their eye on the Federal Reserve. Later this week, the US central bank will decide whether or not further interest hikes are …
David Gunn: “Not Participating in Blockchain Research Is Not A Viable Option For Banks”
July 16, 2016
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The blockchain industry has come to an interesting crossroads. On the one hand, major banks are pushing to deploy this technology as soon as possible. But on the other …
Dutch Government Announces Blockchain Development Campus
The Dutch government is very keen on blockchain technology by the look of things. Earlier today, news broke how a campus will soon be opened focusing on blockchain development. …