Chinese regulators holds meeting to promote blockchain in the securities industry
As part of China’s 14th five-year plan, officials gathered in Beijing to discuss ways to advance blockchain technology development. In Beijing, regulators from China , including the Securities Association of China (SAC) and the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), came together to explore how blockchain technology can be used in the securities business and how […]
Microsoft wins US blockchain-related patent for ‘ledger-independent token service’
In order to allow developers to write code for managing tokens in a manner that is not dependent on a blockchain, Microsoft has created a new device. Microsoft , the American technology behemoth, has been awarded a patent for blockchain-related techniques for implementing a cross-chain token management system. The patent was granted to Microsoft’s subsidiary […]
United Wholesale Mortgage to accept crypto payments this year
During a conference call to discuss the company’s second-quarter performance, United Wholesale Mortgage CEO Mat Ishbia stated that the company intends to accept cryptocurrency payments this year. In a move that will begin this year, United Whole sale Mortgage (UWM), the second largest mortgage lender in the United States, plans to accept cryptocurrency payments, starting […]
Audius partners with TikTok to produce blockchain-powered sounds
According to Forrest Browning, co-founder and chief product officer of Audius, approximately 95 percent of customers “have no idea that blockchain technology is even being utilised.” Protocol for the distribution of music Audius was one of the first streaming platforms to partner with TikTok, allowing users to upload tunes directly to the popular video-sharing app […]
Microsoft plans to use Ethereum blockchain to curb piracy
The plans by Microsoft to combat piracy relies on the transparency of blockchain technology. The Windows operating system and Office productivity suite have traditionally been among the best performers on software piracy marketplaces. So it’s no surprise that Microsoft, the creator of both products, works hard to implement anti-piracy mechanisms. The Redmond-based software company investigated […]