Market Outlook

Professional services firm Accenture is working on several prototypes being developed as part of Singapore's "Project Ubin" blockchain initiative.

Bitcoin’s appeal as an investment could diminish its effectiveness as a currency, and alternative models should be tested, writes Michael Casey.

Ex-fund manager Michael Novogratz has said in an interview that he believes the value of a bitcoin will reach $10,000 in six to 10 months.

Bitcoin startup Ripio has raised $31 million as part of a token presale ahead of a new credit network launch.

Dozens of startups are now working with blockchain in Singapore, according to an official for the city-state's de facto central bank.

An official from Russia's central bank has said his institution will back efforts to block access to websites selling cryptocurrencies in the country.

Andhra Pradesh is advancing its work with blockchain with a new pilot focused on land registry data.

The CFTC is still working on rules to define when a digital commodity like bitcoin has been "delivered," an official has said.

France is moving toward formal rules around initial coin offerings, a senior regulator has said.

Blockchain startup Balanc3 is launching a new accounting platform for ICOs, one aimed to give both issuers and investors more peace of mind.

Russia isn't happy that an alleged bitcoin money launderer is being extradited to the US following a court decision in Greece.

Two security specialists are uniting to build a new security solution for financial institutions working with cryptocurrency.