http://www.coindesk.com/api-developer-gem-aims-streamline-bitcoin-app-development/

Bitcoin startup Gem has launched a private beta of what it says is a highly scalable and security-focused API for bitcoin app developers.

The Gem API was designed from the ground up to streamline app development while delivering enhanced levels of security by encrypting and backing up bitcoin storage and building in technologies such as multi-signature authentication.

The platform was showcased and launched at the ongoing TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco.