Bitcoin and blockchain development can take on many forms, as not every coder wants to actively contribute to the Bitcoin protocol. Some people are very passionate about building new applications and tools on top of the blockchain, which is important to the ecosystem as well. Even though there are several API providers in existence, BitcoinChain.com wants to bring something new to the table. But will they be able to become a major development platform such as Blockchain.info and Blocktrail?
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoinchain-adding-diversity-blockchain-api/
