How can blockchain improve payments?

Blockchain has made major waves in a variety of industries ranging from restaurants to retailers. However, the biggest area of focus for blockchain for many is still on the payments side, because it has the potential to truly transform the payments industry.

Blockchain is an ideal fit for physical commodities

Blockchain generates a lot of excitement in markets such as banking and retail, but with physical commodities, not so much, The commodities market is suited to blockchain because of what it doesn't need: speed.

Blockchain development brings efficiencies on many fronts: what’s the killer app?

Cryptocurrency has faced its challenges, but blockchain technology is on a roll. Experts at the CES show discussed blockchain products that address the challenges cryptocurrency faces, as well as products that make business processes more efficient.

Will blockchain replace existing payment platforms? Experts square off

A pair of experts debated whether or not blockchain will replace existing payment systems during the recent Money20/20 conference. While the session was structured as a debate, the presenters agreed that blockchain technology's role continues to evolve, particularly with regard to transaction settlement times and scalability.

From barter to bitcoins, the evolution of international money transfers

International money transfers for trade payments as well as for individual remittances, too, have evolved over time with the changing shape of money and breakthroughs in industry and technology.

3 ways digital signage can benefit from blockchain

Distributed ledger technology has the potential to revolutionize virtually every industry — and digital signage is no exception.

Blockchain innovation: What's on the horizon?

There's no killer app for the blockchain yet. But there are still hordes of innovative concepts coming over the horizon.

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?

Will Twitter make bitcoin easier to use?

It is no secret that bitcoin has problems gaining a mainstream audience, but one company has attempted to solve the issue by allowing users to send bitcoin via Twitter.

What can save the bitcoin network?

The bitcoin network has slowed down significantly, with some transactions taking hours to be confirmed. However, the cause and solution to this serious problem are both up for debate.

Blockchain powers smart contracts

The blockchain is expanding beyond bitcoin into many new possibilities in the world of fintech. In particular, the blockchain is pushing into the world of smart contracts.

The fintech industrial revolution is here

A new revolution in technology is upon us, one driven by fintech, according to Xendpay Founder and CEO Rajesh Agrawal.

Bitcoin startups providing consumer protection services

One of the great perceived flaws of bitcoin and virtual currency is the lack of accountability for sellers and protection for buyers. Bitcoin startups are attempting to solve this problem with online trust and reputation-management platforms.

Execs from Overstock.com, Massachusetts Division of Banks headline speaker lineup for Virtual Currency Today Summit

Conference, held April 29 in Boston, will explore the growing trend of consumers using bitcoin and other virtual currencies as a method of payment.

Lawsky announces changes to proposed bitcoin regulations

"In a new area like this, with very complex issues, it's very important for regulators to listen and see where the regulations makes sense -- and course-correct where necessary."