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.

Do You Believe in Blockchain Magic?

Many optimistic claims are made for applications of blockchain, but hyping the tech is not the best way forward, argues Sebastien Meunier.