IBM unveils Blockchain World Wire for cross-border payments
IBM Blockchain World Wire To Compete With Ripple's xRapid?
Beyond Bitcoin: Trading cryptocurrency today
FBG Capital has developed and implemented a systematic framework for evaluating altcoins and tokens
Blockchain tokens and ICOs: An open letter to the SEC
Web pioneer, author, and serial entrepreneur David Siegel challenges the SEC's stance on digital currencies and consideration of tokens as securities.
Former Lloyds FX head joins Cobalt blockchain post-trade platform
Ex Lloyds forex chief Darren Coote has also invested in Cobalt.
Cindy Crawford's daughter leaves fans in awe with Paris Couture Week debut photo: 'You look amazing'
Sixteen-year-old Kaia Gerber shared photos of her latest modelling assignment on her Instagram account.
Tom Petty died from accidental overdose of fentanyl and other prescription medicines
Tom Petty died from a combination of prescription medicines used to combat severe pain, coroner's report revealed.
'Reefer madness is alive': Marijuana debate turns racist after US lawmaker claims blacks more susceptible
Kansas State Representative Steve Alford issued an apology stressing that he did not mean to make racist remarks but was simply pointing out that chemicals have varying effects on different people.
Could the 'Bitcoin Rush' trigger the next financial crash?
At one stroke, there is a new asset class which is an easily divisible store of value – taking the crown from gold, and can be moved around at the click of a mouse.
Bitcoin passes £10,000 to reach new all-time high
The value of bitcoin – the world's most popular cryptocurrency – surged past £10,000 ($13,300) per coin, defying critics to reach yet another all-time high.
UK House of Lords blockchain report highlights ISDA, DTCC and CLS
The report, 'Distributed Ledger Technologies for Public Good: leadership, collaboration and innovation' was released this week by Lord Holmes of Richmond.
Bitcoin breaks $10,000 barrier - this is why digital currency is spiking
Less than a year ago, the online currency was trading at below $1,000 per coin but has since spiked in value despite pressure from financial giants.
Man versus Machine: Are robots taking over more jobs by the day?
Blue collar and white collar professionals are being increasingly replaced by robots as technology becomes more and more sophisticated.
Tether hack: Nearly $31m in cryptocurrency was stolen by a hacker
Tether said it is now attempting to get the stolen funds back and also ensure that the hacker cannot spend the money.
HFR launches 'Portfolioscope' - SaaS platform for hedge funds
New software service provides access to information on risk, attribution, performance, and other factors, global coverage of all assets classes.
Don't claim to be vegan if you're wearing leather
Animal agriculture is an ugly and bloody business that none of us need buy into.
CME Group to launch Bitcoin futures trading
New contract to provide regulated trading venue for cryptocurrency market, pending all relevant regulatory review periods.
Wireless headset detects brain disorders such as dementia
The device is currently being tested on 90 patients and is likely to roll out to the public in the next three years.
OTC derivatives: Quantile launches LCH compression service
This follows its recent appointment as an Approved Compression Service Provider at LCH's SwapClear service.
Russia takes steps to ban cryptocurrency websites after Putin warns of 'serious risks'
Cryptocurrency like Bitcoin, built on the foundation of blockchain technology, is bought and sold online without the need for traditional banks.
Cryptocurrency experts discuss India's 'downward spiral'
CNN just reported India's economic growth fell from 7% to 5.6% in the last six months, provoking alarming statements.
Alcosynth: Hangover-free, healthy and non-addictive booze could be with us by 2020
Biotech firm Alcarelle bids to raise £7m to fund safety studies before seeking to sell alcohol-free drinks that get you tipsy but avoid hangovers.
State of Blockchain Report: Digital assets leave equities, gold and property in the dust
Coindesk report finds digital assets are nearly 20 times more lucrative than property, gold and stocks combined.
Indebted USA: Taxpayers' debt per American family is worryingly close to $1m
White House occupants and administrations have changed but one constant happens to be the persistently rising US debt.
R3's Smart Contract Templates Summit: Time is right to start on standards
IBTimes UK speaks to Todd McDonald of R3, Clive Ansell of ISDA, Lee Braine of Barclays, Emmanuel Aidoo of Credit Suisse, and Daniel Franks of Norton Rose Fulbright.
Thomson Reuters releases blockchain oracle for Enterprise Ethereum and R3 Corda
Thomson Reuters has released BlockOne IQ, its blockchain smart oracle for devs using R3 Corda, EEA and also via Thomson Reuters Developer Network.
EU warns London could lose euro clearing business after Brexit
European Commission says 'adjustment to certain rules' will have to be made once Britain leaves the union.
Hung parliament is the market's depressing dessert after a pathetic electoral main course
Buying any dips in the stock market given the current climate could mean having tried to catch a falling knife.
US equities mark 4-session gains streak as concerns over Trump ease
Tuesday's gains come less than a week after US stocks posted their worst daily decline in months.
Stripping City of clearing houses could cost €100bn LSE boss warns
European Commission has proposed euro-denominated transactions should be cleared only in the Eurozone.
Who is James Matthews? From racing driver to Pippa Middleton's billionaire banker groom
Pippa Middelton's groom has enjoyed luxury and success, while also suffering family tragedy.