Stock Market Giant Deutsche Börse Working on Blockchain Prototypes
Given the potential applications for distributed ledgers in clearing and settlement, blockchain technology is increasingly drawing interest from major stock market operators. Among the most early and active financial firms exploring the technology have been major US firms including Nasdaq, which has launched its own blockchain-based service for private shares; the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), which in 2015 invested in bitcoin exchange provider Coinbase; and the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), which is working with Digital Asset Holdings to develop blockchain solutions. Less vocal....
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The German central bank Deutsche Bundesbank and Deutsche Börse are working together on a Blockchain prototype which will allow for functionality for the settlement of securities in a delivery-versus-payment mode for centrally-issued digital coins. This is yet more proof that markets are in love with Blockchain technology. The system will also be able to transfer digital coins or digital securities alone, and will also be capable of settling basic corporate actions such as coupon payments on securities and the redemption of maturing securities. Germans are willing to give Blockchain a try.....
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