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The Ultimate Guide to Blockchain

A curated Canadian 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.

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Recent Blockchain News

Experts: CAD token market growth hinges on clear rules
Stock Exchange

Experts: CAD token market growth hinges on clear rules

Canada's tokenised markets hinge on OSC engagement, institutional uptake and hybrid blockchain rails, speakers told a Toronto summit.

Thu, 12th Mar 2026

CIRO announces tiered crypto custody rules for dealers
Fintech

CIRO announces tiered crypto custody rules for dealers

Canada's investment watchdog has unveiled a tiered crypto custody regime, tying asset limits to custodians' capital, tech controls and oversight.

Thu, 5th Feb 2026

Canada's extra cautious stablecoin path risks Web3 departure
Web3

Canada's extra cautious stablecoin path risks Web3 departure

Experts say the Stablecoin Act may be the right chance for Canada to catch up in the evolution of Web3 infrastructure.

Wed, 4th Feb 2026

In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials
Data breach

In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials

With AI fakes on the rise, owning verifiable, private credentials is key to protecting your identity and proving your truth online in 2025.

Tue, 25th Nov 2025

Loon raises CAD $3M to expand Canadian dollar stablecoin
Crypto

Loon raises CAD $3M to expand Canadian dollar stablecoin

Loon will develop a Canadian-dollar stablecoin to offer a domestic alternative to US-dollar stablecoins dominating Canada's digital market.

Tue, 28th Oct 2025

5 million Canadians bet on crypto. Where's the rulebook?
Crypto

5 million Canadians bet on crypto. Where's the rulebook?

Political leaders remain unaware and sceptical amid calls for clearer regulation and support as stablecoin rises amongst Canadian investors.

Tue, 14th Oct 2025

Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge
3D Printing

Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge

Ontario commits CAD $50 million to support manufacturers adopting advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and 5G, boosting innovation and global competitiveness.

Fri, 12th Sep 2025

Midas & Wellington launch tokenised credit strategy
Tokenisation

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.

Yesterday

Western Union launches Stablecard with Rain in 37 markets
Crypto

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.

3 days ago

SoftTech marks 30 years in digital building systems
Smart Cities

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.

3 days ago

Ripple backs ZILO & Licuido in tokenised funds push
Distributed Ledger

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.

4 days ago

Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps
Not for profit

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.

4 days ago

ReconArt links reconciliation hub to Solana blockchain
Crypto

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.

5 days ago

On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast
Tokenisation

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.

5 days ago

AI boosts nation-state cyberattacks, TrendAI warns
Threat intelligence

AI boosts nation-state cyberattacks, TrendAI warns

Defenders in Australia and New Zealand face faster, more adaptive intrusions as state-backed hackers use generative AI to scout and spread.

Last week

Payward buys Magic Labs wallet business for onchain push
Cloud Services

Payward buys Magic Labs wallet business for onchain push

Businesses will gain embedded self-custody tools as Payward folds Magic Labs' wallet infrastructure into its B2B platform for onchain services.

Last week

Bitget tops CryptoRank study on tokenised equities
Market Growth

Bitget tops CryptoRank study on tokenised equities

Large orders in tokenised US shares are costing traders less on Bitget, where CryptoRank found the lowest simulated slippage among rival venues.

Last week

LemFi partners BVNK to speed remittance settlements
Regulatory technology

LemFi partners BVNK to speed remittance settlements

Two million customers could see cheaper, faster transfers as the remittance firm shifts settlement onto regulated stablecoin rails.

Last month

Mithra AI launches to verify enterprise AI responses
Internet of Things

Mithra AI launches to verify enterprise AI responses

Businesses using AI face growing pressure to prove answers are accurate and authorised, as Mithra AI adds cryptographic checks to enterprise data.

Last month

Bitcoin steady as Iran tensions rattle oil markets
Crypto

Bitcoin steady as Iran tensions rattle oil markets

A jump in oil and a sell-off in US tech stocks left Bitcoin near USD $64,000, as on-chain data pointed to tight supply.

Last month