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Indian Gov’t Is ‘Evaluating’ the Launch of Its Own Cryptocurrency, Sources Say

The panel that was set up by India’s Ministry of Finance in 2017 will reportedly evaluate the possibility of issuing a state-backed cryptocurrency.
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Mastercard Awarded Patent for Partitioned, Multi-Currency Blockchain

Mastercard has been awarded a patent for a method to partition a blockchain, making it capable of storing multiple transaction types and formats.
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Australia Trials Blockchain-Based ‘Smart Money’ for National Disability Insurance Scheme

The Australian federal government is exploring the use of blockchain-based “smart money” for use in its National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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IBM Launches Blockchain Food Tracking Network, Joined by Retail Giant Carrefour

IBM officially launches blockchain-based Food Trust, announcing its partnership with French-based retail giant Carrefour.
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How Big Four Auditors Delve Into Blockchain: PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG Approaches Compared

Big Four Auditors PwC, KPMG, EY, and Deloitte are building infrastructure to help conglomerates adopt blockchain technology.
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Thailand Studies Blockchain for Applications in Intellectual Property, Trade Finance

Thailand Studies Blockchain for Applications in Intellectual Property, Trade Finance
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Alibaba Files Patent for Blockchain System That Allows ‘Administrative Intervention’

A new patent filed by Alibaba seeks to develop a blockchain system that enables authorized parties to intervene in a smart contract.
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Seoul Mayor Announces $53.39 Million Fund for Blockchain Districts

A South Koran politician has committed a $53.39 million fund to develop blockchain regions in Seoul, local media reported.
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Yale University Has Invested in Two Cryptocurrency Funds: Report

Yale University, whose $29 billion endowment is the second-largest in higher education, has invested in two cryptocurrency funds, according to reports.
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Time Magazine Puts Blockchain Startup in ’50 Genius Companies’ List

Time Magazine included blockchain startup Bitland in its “50 Most Genius Companies” list, which the firm released this week.
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