Money Transfer Firms Join Ripple’s Payment Network

Two money transfer firms are to open a new payments corridor using RippleNet, while a Kuwaiti bank has also signed up to use the service.

PwC Australia, Port of Brisbane Unveil Blockchain Supply Chain Pilot

PwC Australia, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Port of Brisbane are trialling a new blockchain trade solution.

Forex Firm CLS Invests $5 Million in Enterprise Blockchain Startup R3

U.S.-based FX settlement provider CLS has made a $5 million investment in blockchain software startup R3.

Indian Telecoms Watchdog to Combat Nuisance Calls with Blockchain

India's telecoms regulator plans to leverage blockchain technology to combat unsolicited phone calls and SMS messages.

Blockchain Could ‘Revolutionize’ Retail and CPG Industries: Deloitte

A Deloitte report suggests the retail and consumer packaged goods sectors could see benefits from blockchain integration across a number of use cases.

Bank of Russia Official: Still Too Early to Gauge Blockchain’s Potential

A senior official at Russia's central bank has said blockchain technology is immature but may have industrial-scale applications.

Bangkok Bank Joins R3’s Trade Finance Blockchain Initiative

Bangkok Bank has joined the Marco Polo trade finance initiative developed by blockchain startup R3 and trade finance technology firm TradeIX.

Chinese City to Use Blockchain In Fight Against Tax Evasion

Tencent is working with a local tax authority on fintech solutions to tax issues, and already has a blockchain product for invoicing.

Bank of Spain Governor: Cryptocurrencies Pose ‘More Risks Than Benefits’

Spanish central bank governor Luis Maria Linde believes cryptocurrencies are dangerous, but is open to blockchain technology.