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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