Blockchain News

Chainlink, an Ethereum-based decentralized blockchain oracle network, has launched new technology to help financial institutions maintain data privacy while transacting across blockchain networks. On Oct. 22, Chainlink introduced two new privacy-preserving capabilities targeting financial institutions that want to use blockchain applications while ensuring complete end-to-end privacy. The newly launched privacy features include the Blockchain Privacy Manager, which […]

Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, has introduced a blockchain-based digital identity system for its 3.6 million citizens, marking a global first in decentralized identity technology backed by a government. The new system, QuarkID, utilizes zero-knowledge (ZK) cryptography via the ZKsync-powered Era layer 2 blockchain, and is integrated into the city’s MiBa digital platform that […]

The following is a guest post by Kadan Stadelmann, CTO of Komodo Blockchain. Although Julian Assange was released from prison in June, his first appearance did not happen until the beginning of the month. He gave the Council evidence of the psychological effects of his incarceration to the legal affairs and human rights committee of […]

Chainlink has piloted an onchain database of corporate actions using artificial intelligence and decentralized oracle technology, according to an Oct. 21 announcement. The pilot seeks to harness “the combined advancements in AI, oracles, and blockchain technology to address the lack of real-time and standardized data around corporate actions,” Chainlink said. “We found that by using data […]

This year’s Global Data Ecosystem Conference, held in Pudong New Area, Shanghai, has ended positively. The two-day tech conference was extra special because it focused on popular blockchain technology, related applications, and other emerging innovations. Over 30 events were held during the conference, covering various topics, including blockchain technology, international data cooperation, data and its […]

Blockchain developers know that, like most any technology, Bitcoin is susceptible to cyberthreats. Similar to traditional software, blockchain security models require first the development of a risk model, addressing all of the possible attack vectors, including governance, code and technology, as well as process risks. By evaluating these threats, a team can develop a threat […]

The World Foundation has introduced World Chain, a new blockchain network that claims to focus on verified human users instead of bots. With 15 million verified participants already, the project aims to tackle blockchain issues like congestion and costly transaction fees. How World Chain Plans to Change Blockchain In a statement shared with Bitcoin.com News, […]

The following is a guest post by Kadan Stadelmann, CTO of Komodo Blockchain. Although Julian Assange was released from prison in June, his first appearance did not happen until the beginning of the month. He gave the Council evidence of the psychological effects of his incarceration to the legal affairs and human rights committee of […]

Few events can rival Token2049 Singapore’s influence in uniting the blockchain, crypto and Web3 communities. Known for its captivating keynotes and thought-provoking panels, the global conference once again turned the Lion City into a hub of international innovation and strategic dialogue. Amid the diverse topics covered throughout the event, one standout was a sub-event that […]

Blockchain firm HUMBL recently announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) formally issued a patent for the company’s blockchain technology. The patent was issued on Oct. 15 for HUMBL’s nebulously titled “System and Method for Transferring Currency Using Blockchain.” While this isn’t the first company to receive a US patent for blockchain-related technology, the […]