One Big Backer Is Propping Up Media Startup Civil’s Struggling ICO

The token sale for Civil has brought in $1.34 million toward its $8 million minimum goal.

Big Investors Deny Involvement In Crypto Miner Bitmain’s Pre-IPO Funding

Following reports of Bitmain closing a $1 billion pre-IPO investment round, some notable investors have disputed their alleged participation.

IBM, Mediaocean Partner to Tackle Ad Industry Opacity with Blockchain

IBM iX and ad software provider Mediaocean are forming a blockchain consortium aimed to solve some of the biggest issues in advertising.

China State TV: Blockchain Is ’10 Times More Valuable Than the Internet’

China Central Television aired an hour-long program on Sunday aimed to educate the public about the concept, potential and risks of blockchain.

Intel Thinks Blockchain Could Power a Next-Gen Media Rights Manager

Tech giant Intel has moved to protect a custom system for digital rights management built on a blockchain.

Playboy TV to Accept Crypto Payments for Adult Content

Playboy TV is launching a new payment option that will allow customers to access its exclusive content using cryptocurrencies.

Media Producer Launches Blockchain Initiative with Government Backing

A Canadian media production firm with links to the Ontario government is seeking partners for a blockchain trial focused on tracking copyrights.

A Former Politico Editor Is Using Ethereum to Help Fix Journalism

A new project staffed with media heavyweights envisions how news outlets could be disrupted and decentralized by blockchain tech.

Blockchain vs Fake News? Startup Userfeeds Takes Up Fight

A new startup is seeking to fight the phenomenon of fake news using an ethereum-based blockchain platform.