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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news

Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,121
XRP is up 1% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is down 4% at $258

Top gainers in the last 24 hours:

POA network, up 16%

Square Crypto announces its first hire via Twitter.

Walmart is participating in a drug-verification pilot with IBM, KPMG and drugmaker Merck.

Ubisoft if reportedly exploring potential blockchain applications
Links:

Retail Giant Walmart Enters Second Drug-Tracking Blockchain Trial - CoinDesk

Square Crypto on Twitter: "Hey guys. Management again. Unfortunately, things didn't work out with Gary. However, we think we've found somebody who can live up to his commitment to decentralization. Please welcome Steve Lee, aka @moneyball, to the Square Crypto team."

Report: French Gaming Giant Ubisoft Considering Potential Blockchain Applications

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