Proof-of-Concept

Blockchain

Swift Completes Blockchain Smart Contracts Trial

Michael del CastilloJun 30, 2017

Interbank messaging platform Swift has completed a blockchain proof-of-concept built using a data oracle from startup SmartContract.

Microsoft

Microsoft Unveils New Framework to Speed Up Blockchain PoCs

Stan HigginsMay 18, 2017

Microsoft has unveiled a new framework aimed at streamlining the blockchain proof-of-concept process.

Polkadot

Developers Eye Mid-September for Ethereum, Polkadot Bridge Proof-of-Concept

William FoxleyAug 27, 2020

The Snowfork proof-of-concept acts as a two-way bridge between the Ethereum and Polkadot ecosystems, according to the group.

Startups

Bank of England Seeks Startups for DLT Privacy Projects

Stan HigginsApr 25, 2017

The UK’s central bank is looking for partners for distributed ledger projects focused on data privacy.

Gambling

Watch This Ethereum Slot Machine Make Payouts in Real Time

Corin FaifeApr 21, 2017

A new startup is hoping to tap into the billion-dollar online gambling industry by tapping the power of ethereum smart contracts.

Proof-of-Concept

Exchanges

Deutsche Börse Unveils Bank Transfer Blockchain Project

Stan Higgins

Deutsche Börse has unveiled a new blockchain proof-of-concept focused on commercial bank money transfers.

Blockchain Technology

Why 2017 is Blockchain’s Make or Break Year

Eric Piscini

Deloitte's Eric Piscini argues blockchain needs to prove its worth in the boardroom this year – or else risk 'enterprise fatigue'.

Startups

R3 Reveals 8 Areas of Focus for Blockchain Bank Trials

Michael del Castillo

R3CEV's top lawyer talks about 8 proof-of-concepts in the works. But the areas he focused on won't necessarily be replaced by the technology.