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Institutional Investor’s Introduction to Blockchain and Digital Asset Investing

Data Matters

Given the growth of markets for cryptocurrencies and other blockchain-based assets, often referred to as “digital assets,” we see growing interest from traditional investment managers in gaining exposure to this emerging asset class. Article I: Digital Asset Overview and Methods to Gain Exposure to Digital Assets .

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The time for government blockchain proofs of concept is now

CGI

The time for government blockchain proofs of concept is now. For the past two years, CGI has seen an exponential uptick in commercial sector interest in blockchain beyond just the financial services industry. Many government agencies also have been wading deeper into the blockchain waters. Tue, 05/15/2018 - 06:29.

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Cryptoassets and Smart Contracts – UK Offers Legal Clarity

Data Matters

Distributed ledger and blockchain-based projects are being launched in a wide range of different industries, from retail consumer goods to pharmaceuticals and electricity and power networks to global shipping. Look out for Sidley’s year-end review of blockchain and cryptoassets regulation, which will be published in the coming weeks.

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Cryptoassets and Smart Contracts – UK Offers Legal Clarity

Data Matters

Distributed ledger and blockchain-based projects are being launched in a wide range of different industries, from retail consumer goods to pharmaceuticals and electricity and power networks to global shipping. Look out for Sidley’s year-end review of blockchain and cryptoassets regulation, which will be published in the coming weeks.

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Alleged SIM Swapper Arrested in California

Krebs on Security

His alleged re-use of the same mobile device for multiple SIM hijacks ultimately gave him away: “On 7/18/18, investigators received information from an AT&T investigator regarding unauthorized SIM swaps conducted through an AT&T authorized retailer.

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Leaders need the technical detail

MIKE 2.0

I recently heard a financial services executive on the radio talking about Bitcoin. Good examples of changes that are coming with more that is unknown than known include cyber currencies, blockchain, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, smart cities, augmented reality and additive manufacturing.

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Summary – “Industry in One: Financial Services”

ARMA International

The scope of a records and information management (RIM) program in financial services can seem overwhelming. Compared to other industries, the complexities of managing records and information in financial services are arguably some of the toughest to solve, primarily because of the intense regulatory scrutiny.