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Blockchain basics

Each block on a blockchain further includes a cryptographic hash (reference point) to the last block.

Naspers pours $5M into Coins, a fintech startup for Southeast Asia’s unbanked population

“Coins has done an excellent job of providing consumers with easy, cost-effective access to core financial services,” James Caviness

Smith & Williamson latest to embrace AI trend with new fund

Smith & Williamson is taking things a step further by harnessing AI technology in the investment process itself.

The former Citigroup MD trying to bring bankers out of the dark ages

Nguyen Trieu has been involved with various fintech organisations for the past two years

JPMorgan taps Zcash privacy feature for blockchain platform

The move provides the bank with the means to test the use of digital currencies for settling enterprise-grade financial contracts conducted via Quroum

Nasdaq and Citi Announce Pioneering Blockchain and Global Banking Integration

The partnership between Citi and Nasdaq leverages Chain’s blockchain infrastructure platform and draws on core competencies from industry leaders who are at the forefront of innovation in the global financial sector.

Bitcoins gain currency, used for trading by over 200 city investors

But for a growing tribe of investors in 'cyber city' bitcoins have been a preferred mode of trading over the past year or so.

Firms open the door to fintech — and let new faces lead the way

Whether it’s introducing lawyers to coding or strengthening bonds between a university and law practice, technology is key

Bitcoin's link to crime is a growing worry, claims bank chief risk officer

Nordea has been investigated by authorities in Denmark and Sweden for its failures to comply with anti-money laundering requirements.

We’re seeing how far we can push artificial intelligence in asset management: Man Group’s Lagrange

GLG has spent significant time building algorithms to test different investment functions to determine where humans retain an edge.

How Blockchain Could Help Emerging Markets Leap Ahead

But it’s not just physical infrastructure that can be leapfrogged.

Blockchain technology creeps ever more into Irish banking system

Blockchain’s impact on various industries has been considerable, most notably through its foundation of bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency in the world.

Misys rolls AI strategy into trade monitoring software

Users can catch errors that existing tools on the market let through, reducing operational risk and preventing manual mistakes that lead to decisions being made on the wrong profit and loss information and incorrect end-of-day reports.

Blockchain technology 'could transform pensions administration': KPMG

KPMG has developed a blockchain concept in co-operation with Dutch IT firm Cegeka, using ‘distributed ledger’ technology to automate administration tasks.

UAE ahead of curve in use of technology for sector

The Dubai Government is in a pilot with Blockchain technology in partnership with IBM and Microsoft.

Swiss EY Team Joins Polybius Cryptobank as Advisors, ICO to Follow

The Polybius Cryptobank project attracted the attention of Swiss financiers at the BlockchainUA conference held in Kiev in March.

Traditional IRAs Are Coming to the World of Bitcoin

The firm BitcoinIRA is the only option for investors who wish to hold cryptocurrencies in their IRAs directly.

Japanese Coincheck Exchange Will Introduce Interest-paying Bitcoin Accounts

Long-term investors in BTC may look into this offering over the coming months.

Blockchain gains momentum in the Middle East

Blockchain is gathering pace in the Middle East, with the United Arab Emirates leading the way

Bitcoin “Speculatory Object” From “Unknown Actors”: German Central Bank

A prime example is LocalBitcoins, which in 2014 was forced to halt operations in the country due to regulatory uncertainty

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