IBM, Bitcoin ATMs, physical commodities claim top spots for July 2019 blockchain stories

While the summer heat continues to scorch the Northern Hemisphere, Blockchain Tech News readers cooled off with stories on how the blockchain will transform the worlds of food safety and physical commodities.

Chase, HSBC Bank execs to headline BCX Summit

Executives from two of the country's largest banks, JPMorgan Chase and HSBC Bank USA, will keynote the upcoming Bank Customer Experience Summit, a two-and-a-half day event, Sept. 23-25 in Chicago, focusing on the technology aspects of customer experience.

Examining the basics of Bitcoin ATMs

A year ago, there were 3,200 Bitcoin ATMs in the world. Now there are nearly 5,000. One has to ask how do Bitcoin ATMs work? What makes them so wildly popular? And why does the Mayor of Vancouver want to get rid of them?

Will Facebook, Google take over blockchain?

Giants in retail, banking and the Web are rapidly adopting blockchain technologies. But, will these companies such as Google and Facebook truly dominate blockchain?

Bitstop introduces Bitcoin ATM

Andrew Barnard, Co-founder of BITSTOP demos the Bitcoin ATM.

New Hampshire food trucks let diners grab a bite with bitcoin

Keene, New Hampshire, a cryptocurrency-friendly community, has welcomed a second mobile food vehicle operator who allows patrons to pay for their orders with bitcoin.

Should governments use blockchain technology?

The Trump administration has expressed interest in blockchain technology, which raises a few questions: Should government entities use the blockchain? And if so, what are some of the use cases?

Why the blockchain will change financial services delivery forever

One area that has lagged in innovation is financial services. Though money is inherently a conservative market, many predicted some time ago that providers would innovate quickly or be replaced.

How to avoid beginner's mistakes with bitcoin

With bitcoin, it's easy to make mistakes — and some can be costly. Before you begin to use bitcoin, you should learn about its common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

Looking ahead: Virtual currency predictions for 2016

Bitcoin recently celebrated its seventh birthday. It has come from humble beginnings, but this year bitcoin prices and blockchain tech are ready to explode.

Preview: 2015 ATM & Mobile Innovation Summit

During the ATM summit, execs will learn about the disruptive nature of bitcoin and new payments technology and how to navigate its regulatory framework.

A beginner’s guide to bitcoin

To the mainstream population virtual currency remains a great mystery. Virtual currency is a tool of the informed and an arcane secret to the uninformed. This division between the tech savvy and the mainstream audience has yet to be bridged by any virtual currency entrepreneur. However, education remains the great bridge builder in this situation.

What's on the horizon for the bitcoin ATM?

"I anticipate significant developments in the use of bitcoin as well as the bitcoin ATM industry during the next three to five years," says Sam Ditzion of Tremont Capital Group.

Looking for the next generation of customers

By accepting virtual currency, Waves Coffee House is seeking to drive traffic and further differentiate itself from competitors.