Arturs Ivanovs, founder of bond blockchain platform FIC Network, told Cheddar the World Bank's new bond issuance, built on Ethereum, is a sign that blockchain technology has become receptive to government institutions.
For full interview, [click here](https://cheddar.com/videos/the-bond-market-bets-on-blockchain).
Joining the likes of Spotify, Microsoft, and Google, SiriusXM on Monday said it's laying off 8 percent of its workforce, or about 475 employees, in response to flagging subscriber growth.
Altria has announced plans to acquire e-cigarette and vaping giant NJOY for $2.75 billion in cash just days after selling its stake in Juul Labs, another vaping company that is currently mired in legal challenges.