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Bitcoin ATM Arrives in Shropshire, Bitchains Plans to Continue Targeting Rural UK

The first ever Bitcoin ATM has arrived in Shropshire, U.K. The machine has been installed in the Red Lion Service Station by Church Stretton-based Bitchains. Bitchains Plans Rural Expansion Before Heading to Major Cities In what is a first for the county of Shropshire, a Bitcoin ATM has been installed at a petrol station in… Continue reading Bitcoin ATM Arrives in Shropshire, Bitchains Plans to Continue Targeting Rural UK

ECB Has No Plans to Launch Digital Currency Due to Blockchain Immaturity

The European Central Bank (ECB) is not issuing a digital currency any time soon, according to President Mario Draghi. He’s argued that the blockchain technology is not mature enough for such a level of responsibility and physical cash remains widely used within the monetary union. ECB Studies Potential Issuance of Central Bank Digital Currency In… Continue reading ECB Has No Plans to Launch Digital Currency Due to Blockchain Immaturity

UK Meds Signs Deal with Stratis to Use Blockchain in Online Pharmacy Industry

A major U.K.-based online pharmacy has partnered with Stratis to bring the benefits of blockchain to the industry. UK Meds believe that using the Stratis platform to track patient records will improve security and stop people claiming multiple prescriptions. UK Meds and Others to Create a Defacto Standard Using Stratis Blockchain The leading U.K. online… Continue reading UK Meds Signs Deal with Stratis to Use Blockchain in Online Pharmacy Industry