The Ultimate Guide to Blockchain
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Blockchain.
What to know about Blockchain
Blockchain technology represents a transformative breakthrough in how data and transactions are recorded and verified, promising to enhance transparency, security, and efficiency across various industries. By leveraging a decentralized ledger system, blockchain eliminates the need for intermediaries and enables trustless, tamper-proof record-keeping.
Our collection of stories explores the broad impact and evolving applications of blockchain beyond its cryptocurrency origins. From banking and fintech innovations to supply chain transparency, digital identity management, and data protection, blockchain is reshaping traditional business models and security frameworks. Readers can discover insights into current trends, key challenges, emerging use cases, and expert perspectives that reveal both the potential and practical considerations of adopting blockchain technology.
Whether you're interested in understanding blockchain's role in digital finance, its implications for cybersecurity, or its integration with other cutting-edge technologies like AI and IoT, this tag offers a comprehensive view into the ongoing blockchain revolution. Dive in to learn how blockchain is driving innovation, disrupting markets, and influencing the future of digital interaction.
Irish Blockchain News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
IMPT posts strong first-half growth as platform goes live
Paid transaction activity at IMPT jumped 273% in the first half as its live international platform broadened market coverage and inventory.
Chartered Accountants Ireland urges AI support for SMEs
Smaller firms risk being left behind unless ministers back AI infrastructure, training and accessible support, the body said.
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Recent Blockchain News
Olas launches Pearl Connect for Claude coding agents
The beta tool lets Claude users trade prediction markets and pay other agents without leaving their coding session, though security risks remain.
Prem launches CyberScan for Bitcoin security audits
The new tool aims to catch Bitcoin software flaws between formal audits after a regression led to more than USD $116 million stolen.
HSBC & Standard Chartered complete tokenised deposit deal
Corporate treasurers may gain faster cross-border cash transfers after HSBC and Standard Chartered tested live tokenised deposits on Swift's ledger.
Rain launches payments alliance for agentic commerce
Card networks and fintech groups are trying to set rules for AI-driven purchases before a projected USD $3 trillion market fragments.
Citi launches Custody+ for near-real-time services
Institutional clients gain faster settlement and cash visibility as Citi completes its US rollout of Single Event Processing.
Kraken adds Coinbase crypto deposit option via Mesh
New deposit tools aim to cut transfer errors and speed up on-chain funding, as users can now move Coinbase holdings into Kraken without wallet addresses.
OwlTing says stablecoins & cards can coexist at checkout
Visa's stablecoin push highlights a payments split that could keep card networks central even as digital tokens gain ground in settlements.
Alpaca partners Gate for US stocks & tokenised shares
Gate users can now trade US equities, ETFs and tokenised shares as the crypto exchange moves deeper into mainstream investing.
Cyberattacks & ransomware surge in July, Check Point
Ransomware victims jumped 49% in July as organisations also endured 2,336 weekly cyberattacks and widening AI data exposure.
Ubitquity releases ShieldBreak Windows Defender patch
A Windows Defender zero-day is leaving organisations exposed to SYSTEM-level takeover until Microsoft issues an official fix.
Bybit sues North Korea over USD $1.5 billion theft
A US court has frozen alleged proceeds from the hack as the exchange seeks to recover only a fraction of the missing crypto.
MoonPay launches Enterprise stablecoin platform for firms
The platform aims to cut costs and complexity for banks, fintechs and merchants moving funds across borders in fiat and stablecoins.
Midas & Wellington launch tokenised credit strategy
The deal broadens tokenised finance beyond single bonds by making an actively managed credit portfolio available as DeFi collateral from launch.
Western Union launches Stablecard with Rain in 37 markets
The service lets remittance recipients hold dollar value in 37 markets, helping protect balances from local currency swings before spending via Visa.
SoftTech marks 30 years in digital building systems
Its software has cut building approval times by up to 70% as authorities seek faster, more transparent planning processes.
Ripple backs ZILO & Licuido in tokenised funds push
Institutional investors may gain faster settlement and better collateral use as Ripple expands its XRP Ledger push beyond payments into fund infrastructure.
Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps
Rising trader activity and a 1.1 million-strong holder base suggest tokenised equities are gaining traction ahead of key US data and SpaceX results.
ReconArt links reconciliation hub to Solana blockchain
The connector should help finance teams reconcile stablecoin transfers and AI-driven payments as blockchain settlement strains older back-office systems.
On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast
Weekend trading and pre-IPO speculation are driving growth in real-world asset perpetuals, even as pricing risks and liquidity gaps persist.