eToroX receives Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) licence
The Paypers
JANUARY 7, 2019
(The Paypers) Crypto platform eToroX has been granted a Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) licence from the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC).
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Related Topics 
Iota releases Shari’a-compliant token
Finextra
AUGUST 6, 2024
IOTA, an open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) for Web3 applications and digital economies, today announces that the IOTA token is Shari’a-compliant.
SBI Digital Markets and 21X collaborate on digital assets
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
21X - a distributed ledger technology (DLT)-based market infrastructure for tokenized securities, which has applied for a license to operate a DLT trading and settlement system (DLT TSS) under the European Union’s DLT regime (DLTR) - has today announced a ground-breaking strategic partnership, with SBI Digital Markets (SBIDM), based in Singapore and (..)
Cboe Clear Europe participates in Eurosystem CBDC trial
Finextra
JULY 19, 2024
Cboe Clear Europe, the largest pan-European clearing house, has successfully participated in the Eurosystem’s recent exploratory work testing the use of new technologies for the settlement of wholesale transactions in central bank money. The experiments specifically aim to explore the potential of distributed ledger technology (DLT).
21X and Apex Group partner for tokenisation
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
21X – which will be the first Distribution Ledger Technology (DLT) exchange for European Securities Market Authority (ESMA)-regulated trading and settlement of tokenized securities - and Apex Group - the global provider of financial services – today announced a ground-breaking strategic partnership that will allow Apex Group’s customers to list tokenized (..)
German Central Bank Joins MAS-Led Project Guardian
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Burkhard Balz Burkhard Balz, Bundesbank’s Executive Board member, said, “MAS is working intensively on innovative topics that we are also dealing with in Europe, for example regarding how innovative technologies and concepts, such as distributed ledger technology (DLT) or blockchain, can be put to meaningful use in the financial sector.
Central Bank 
118
118 
Afme publishes roadmap for scaling DLT-based capital markets
Finextra
AUGUST 5, 2024
The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) today published roadmaps for “Scaling Capital Markets based on Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)” focused on European Sovereign, Supranational and Public Agency (SSA) bond issuers and EU and UK policymakers and regulators.
Clearstream, DekaBank And DZ Bank issue ttokenized bonds on DLT at ECB trials
Finextra
JULY 1, 2024
Clearstream, DekaBank and DZ Bank have jointly issued two tokenised €5-million bonds using distributed-ledger technology (DLT). The issuances took place in the context of the ECB trials aimed at exploring the potential of DLT for settling wholesale transactions in central bank money.
Brickken selected to participate in European blockchain regulatory sandbox
Finextra
JUNE 13, 2024
Brickken, a Barcelona-based startup pioneering in the tokenization of real-world assets, announced today its selection to participate in the European Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) Regulatory Sandbox.
Bank of Thailand to Test Programmable Payments in Enhanced Sandbox
Fintech News
JUNE 11, 2024
This initiative responds to the rapid and complex development of financial innovations, such as distributed ledger technology (DLT) and smart contracts, which are transforming financial services.
HSBC Pilots Quantum-Safe Technology for Tokenised Gold
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Last year, HSBC was the first global bank to offer tokenised physical gold to institutional investors using distributed ledger technology (DLT). This achievement marks the latest step by HSBC in pioneering the protection of critical applications from potential future quantum computing attacks.
Banco Santander, Lloyds Banking Group, and UBS Successfully Settle Pilot Uncleared Margin Transfers in the Sterling Fnality Payment System
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 30, 2024
This real-world proof-of-concept proves that Fnality can be used to make bilateral margin payments using the £FnPS, and marks the first instance of a fully regulated Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)-based payment system being used to settle margin for the purposes of real-world inter-bank derivative exposures.
Project Meridian FX: Joint Project by the Eurosystem and London Centres, and the Bank of England, to Test Synchronised Settlement in FX
Fintech Finance
JUNE 17, 2024
The project will provide insights on how operators of real-time gross settlement (RTGS) systems could enable interoperability with new payments technologies, such as distributed ledger technology (DLT).
Eurosystem begins DLT trials for wholesale transactions
The Paypers
MAY 16, 2024
The Eurosystem has begun a series of trials to assess the application of distributed ledger technology (DLT) for settling wholesale transactions in central bank money.
Centiglobe, Zimpler to improve cross-border payment solutions
The Paypers
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Sweden-based Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) cross-border payment solutions provider Centiglobe has partnered with fintech company Zimpler.
R3 launches R3 Digital Markets product suite
The Paypers
JANUARY 25, 2024
UK-based enterprise distributed ledger technology (DLT) and services firm R3 has launched the R3 Digital markets product suite.
Bharat Web3 Association Backs Blockchain Potential in Australia and India With New Partnerships
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
After signing memorandums of understanding with DECA and Asosiasi Blockchain Indonesia, Bharat Web3 Association (BWA) aims to align India’s Web3 sector with international standards and best practices.
Standard Chartered Utilises Blockchain for Cross-Border Transactions Between Hong Kong and Singapore
The Fintech Times
MAY 15, 2024
At the time, the bank explained that it hoped the investment would help deliver “speed, efficiency and visibility of domestic settlement systems to cross-border transactions” Client transactions with Siemens AG and iFAST Financial occurred from 13 to 14 May, and represent a significant milestone for Standard Chartered with the integration (..)
Cross-Border 124
124 
European Commission launches a blockchain regulatory sandbox
The Paypers
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
The European Commission has launched a new regulatory sandbox for innovative use cases involving Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT).
Bank-run blockchain debuts, stripping paper from cross-border trade
Payments Source
MAY 9, 2018
The banks contend distributed ledger technology (DLT) makes it easier to coordinate trade finance deals. And the use of smart contracts can help parties comply with contractual obligations such as staged payments.
Fincy reiterates security benefits of Distributed Ledger Technology in wake of Twitter hack
The Paypers
AUGUST 20, 2020
Fincy , a money app providing alternatives to existing financial services, has reaffirmed its commitment to distributed ledger technology (DLT) following the recent security breach at Twitter.
WSPN and DigiFT Forge Strategic Partnership in Web3 Digital Payments and Investment
Fintech Finance
JUNE 18, 2024
WSPN is a global digital payments company that provides digital payment solutions via Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). The WUSD is a fiat-collateralized stablecoin designed to provide transparent, fast, and efficient digital payment solutions globally, leveraging advanced Distributed Ledger Technology.
ADGM and Solana Foundation Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Blockchain Innovation
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the international financial centre, has teamed up with Solana Foundation, to enhance distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions and advance blockchain innovation.
HKMA Launches FiNETech to Bolster Fintech Collaboration Across Hong Kong
The Fintech Times
MAY 7, 2024
HKMA gathered around 100 banks, securities and insurance companies, as well as technology firms to explore next-level collaboration in the likes of wealthtech, insurtech, greentech, artificial intelligence ( AI ), and distributed ledger technology (DLT).
Examining Thailand’s Fintech Landscape
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 6, 2024
The central bank is also involved in the Inthanon Project , a joint initiative with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in which it works alongside eight commercial banks to explore the potential of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) in developing a wholesale CBDC.
FinTech 115
115 
Ripple Announces Line Of Credit Offering
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Ripple describes its business model as using “technology to deliver financial solutions vital for businesses that were once only offered by multinational banks — without the cost and overhead of legacy systems. Line of Credit is not available in some markets, according to the announcement.
Ripple joins ISO 20022 standards body
The Paypers
MAY 7, 2020
Cross-border payments network Ripple has become part of the ISO 20022 standards body, becoming one of its first members focused on distributed ledger technology (DLT).
ISO 20022 38
38 
SC Ventures and G+D Complete Pilot on Different Types of CBDC Systems
Fintech News
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The project tested the feasibility of conducting multilateral cross-currency transfers through the UDPN, involving both Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and non-DLT-based CBDC technologies. The PoC explored two models.
CBDC 107
107 
Bitcoin Daily: Italy's Banks Test Digital Euro On DLT
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 22, 2020
The digital currency in trial is supported by distributed ledger technology (DLT), and the two-part experiments also aim to examine the use cases of a DLT-enabled currency.
Malta: A Leading European Fintech Jurisdiction
The Fintech Times
MAY 30, 2024
The Maltese government has made significant investments in fintech and digital technology education and training in partnership with educational institutions. The fast-evolving nature of financial technologies necessitates ongoing modification of regulatory frameworks to reduce risks while fostering innovation.
CORO Global Brings Gold Payment App To Alabama
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
CORO says its app is designed to fend off cyberattacks through the use of hashgraph distributed ledger technology (DLT). “Even if people know about the benefits of gold, they may not know how to actually use it as money – that’s why we’ve made it as easy as downloading an app.”.
essDOCS teams up with Infosys Finacle
The Paypers
JULY 9, 2020
essDOCS , an enabler of paperless trade, has partnered with Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems , for driving automation in Trade finance processes though Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).
Project mBridge Reaches MVP Stage, Expands International Participation
The Fintech Times
JUNE 6, 2024
This project aims to create a multi-central bank digital currency (CBDC) platform for instant cross-border payments and settlements, leveraging distributed ledger technology (DLT). The platform now invites further international participation and private sector proposals for value-added solutions.
Participant 45
45 
France’s Central Bank Latest To Ponder A Digital Currency
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Beau wants to use distributed ledger technology (DLT), and France is considering a central bank digital currency (CBDC). He said that “disorderly approaches and heterogeneous adaptations” could happen if the bank didn’t take decisive action.
Central Bank 94
94 
Two Sides to a Coin: February Sees ADGM Issue Regulatory Fines and Advance Innovation Ecosystem
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The partnership will enhance distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions and advance blockchain innovation in the region. It announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Solana Foundation , a non-profit organisation dedicated to decentralisation, adoption, and security on Solana network.
Joint Statement: EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum, May 2024
Neopay
MAY 28, 2024
Both sides also shared insights from their work on tokenisation and exchanged some reflections from their respective work on the UK’s Digital Securities Sandbox and the EU’s Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Pilot Regime.
Digital Assets Adoption Hurdles Knocked Down by R3 With New R3 Digital Markets Product Suite
The Fintech Times
JANUARY 24, 2024
As regulations evolve to meet this demand, firms like R3 , the distributed ledger technology (DLT) and services provider, are looking to make adoption as seamless as possible. Digital assets and digital currencies continue to grow in popularity and demand.
HSBC says it's settled USD 250 bln in trades with distributed ledger tech
The Paypers
JANUARY 15, 2019
(The Paypers) Banking group HSBC has announced it had settled more than USD 250 billion in transactions using distributed ledger technology (DLT).
Commerzbank, Deutsche Boerse complete blockchain PoC for legally binding repo transaction
The Paypers
MARCH 7, 2019
(The Paypers) Commerzbank and securities marketplace Deutsche Boerse have completed a proof-of-concept (PoC) for a legally binding repo transaction using distributed ledger technology (DLT).
Bangkok Bank, Commerzbank run trade transaction on Marco Polo network
The Paypers
MAY 30, 2019
(The Paypers) Marco Polo members Bangkok Bank and Commerzbank have jointly executed an international trade transaction using distributed ledger technology (DLT).
ASX partners VMWare, Digital Asset to move its platform on DLT
The Paypers
AUGUST 27, 2019
(The Paypers) The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) had teamed up with Digital Asset , a fintech company, and VMWare to move its current exchange platform onto distributed ledger technology (DLT).
World Bank Sees DLT Potential For Cross-Border Transactions
PYMNTS
APRIL 1, 2019
At heart of the matter, of course, is the place (or choice) of using distributed ledger technology (DLT) to underpin the transactions — especially B2B transactions. Some see distributed ledger technologies (DLT) as having the potential to drive industry-wide change.
Cross-Border 61
61 
Wells Fargo Accelerator Adds Biz Card Startup Extend
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
By working with the Accelerator, companies have access to new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), distributed ledger technology (DLT) and augmented reality (AR). There are currently 27 companies as part of the Accelerator, according to the release.
Bank of England to revamp payment system to serve blockchain users
The Paypers
JULY 24, 2018
(The Paypers) The Bank of England has agreed that it needs a revamped payments system capable of hooking up with fintechs using distributed ledger technology (DLT), according to Reuters.
Let's personalize your content