Asia
Japan's Financial Firms Test Distributed Ledger With R3 Corda Trial
A group of Japanese financial institutions has tested a prototype that uses DLT to streamline international transaction agreements.
Warning: Cryptocurrency Scams Are Posing as China's Central Bank
The central bank of China has issued a new warning over fraudulent activities in the cryptocurrency sector.
Bank of Thailand Governor Heralds Blockchain's Coming Impact
The Bank of Thailand has issued new remarks that highlight its evolving thinking on blockchain and distributed ledgers.
Hong Kong and Australia's Securities Regulators Strike FinTech Agreement
A new fintech agreement in the Asia-Pacific region could ease collaborative burdens for blockchain and distributed ledger startups.
Indian Banks Select Microsoft As Exclusive Cloud Blockchain Provider
A group of India-based banks have struck a new strategic partnership with US tech giant Microsoft.
Tokenized Dollars: Singapore's Central Bank Details New Blockchain Trial
Singapore's central bank has published new details of distributed ledger trial that saw it issue digital tokens tied to its national currency.
Bank of Japan Fintech Head: Don't Expect Central Banks to Lead DLT
In an exclusive interview, Bank of Japan's Yuko Kawai discussed how blockchain is emerging as one of the "hottest topics" among central banks.
PBOC Researcher: Can Cryptocurrency & Central Banks Coexist?
The People's Bank of China shares new research into how a digital currency economy could coexist with central banks.
Inside the JBI: China's Massive New Blockchain Research Effort
China's Jiangsu province has launched a new state-owned entity aimed at providing blockchain market research.
P2P Giant Dianrong is Preparing for Full Blockchain Integration
VC-backed P2P lending startup Dianrong says it's on the verge of a blockchain integration across its "entire platform".
