Why R3's Bank Exodus Isn't As Bad As You Think

Why R3's Bank Exodus Isn't As Bad As You Think

After a week of rumors and speculation, this much we know: Goldman Sachs, Banco Santander and Morgan Stanley (most likely) have left R3CEV. The departures by three of the blockchain consortium's larger members is being taken by some as a sign that blockchain enthusiasm is waning, and consortia are losing influence. Neither viewpoint is accurate. While we are not privy to the closed-door meetings that led to the respective decisions (which are apparently unrelated), we can deduce that the banks did not leave because they no longer believe in blockchain tech. Between them, they have....


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