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Blockchain: 'the internet of asset transfer'

By Chris Mellor

Blockchain has been around for more than a decade, starting out as the public transaction ledger for Bitcoin, the world’s first cryptocurrency. There is much more to come. This article looks at the potential for blockchain to change the global economy in a similar way to that the internet has, with case studies demonstrating the diverse range of applications.

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Gold: from beginning to end

By Chris Mellor

Gold is a scarce commodity but the market is large and liquid. However, until recently, trading volumes could only be estimated, as the majority of gold is traded over the counter (“OTC”) without the requirement for disclosure. That changed in November 2018.