Four Vermont state agencies have launched a blockchain working group to learn more about the technology and its impact on the economy. Four agencies of the state government of Vermont in the United States have jointly formed a working group to study blockchain technology, according to an announcement published Dec. 10. The working group will… Continue reading Four Vermont State Agencies Establish Blockchain Working Group
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Decentralized Browser Brave Becomes Default on HTC Blockchain Smartphone
Blockchain browser Brave will be pre-installed on HTC’s blockchain browser, supporting cryptocurrency networks. Decentralized browser Brave is now the default browser on a phone from major smartphone manufacturer HTC, technology news outlet CNET reported Dec. 10. Founded in 1997, HTC is a Taiwanese consumer electronics manufacturer, which was the leading smartphone vendor in the U.S.… Continue reading Decentralized Browser Brave Becomes Default on HTC Blockchain Smartphone
Blockchain Policy Development in China Concentrated in Three Cities
One third of national blockchain-related policies in China have been made in three areas: Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou — or BeiShangGuang — has become the most concentrated area of relevant blockchain legislation and policy in China, reports local finance publication Securities Daily Dec. 7. The Chinese securities newspaper has analyzed blockchain-related… Continue reading Blockchain Policy Development in China Concentrated in Three Cities
US Trading Technology Firm Partners With R3 Blockchain Consortium
U.S.-based trading technology firm IPC Systems has partnered with blockchain software consortium R3. American trading-communications firm IPC Systems has partnered with enterprise blockchain software consortium R3, according to a press release shared with Cointelegraph Dec. 3. IPC is a trading technology service company known for producing trading turrets, which are communications systems used by financial… Continue reading US Trading Technology Firm Partners With R3 Blockchain Consortium
First Blockchain Association in Mexico Established
Seven blockchain industry players, including ConsenSys, have launched the first blockchain association in Mexico. The first blockchain association in Mexico has formed, its founding members including industry players like blockchain software firm ConsenSys, Forbes Mexico reported Nov. 28. The Blockchain Association of Mexico was established companies Bitso, Volabit, BIVA, GBM, Lvna Capital, ConsenSys and Exponent… Continue reading First Blockchain Association in Mexico Established
Report: Blockchain Deployment Could Add $3 Trillion in International Trade by 2030
A new study from the WTO has analyzed the potential and possible impact of blockchain technology on international trade. The World Trade Organization (WTO) released a report on blockchain technology’s effect on international trade today, Nov. 27. Per the study, blockchain’s economic value-add on a global scale could reach almost $3 trillion by 2030. “Blockchain… Continue reading Report: Blockchain Deployment Could Add $3 Trillion in International Trade by 2030
SWIFT India Partners With Fintech Firm for Blockchain Pilot
SWIFT India has partnered with fintech firm MonetaGo to run a blockchain pilot aimed at addressing fraud in the e-way Bill system. SWIFT India has partnered with fintech firm MonetaGo to pilot a distributed ledger (DLT) network designed to improve the efficiency and security of financial products, according to a press release published Nov. 20.… Continue reading SWIFT India Partners With Fintech Firm for Blockchain Pilot
Autodesk CEO: Blockchain Can Stem Corruption in Construction Industry
Software company Autodesk CEO said that blockchain can help combat corruption in the construction industry. American software corporation Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost said that blockchain could fight corruption in the construction industry, finance and investment news outlet the Australian Financial Review reported Nov. 19. Founded in 1982, Autodesk manufactures software for the construction, architecture, media,… Continue reading Autodesk CEO: Blockchain Can Stem Corruption in Construction Industry
OmiseGo Partners With Singapore Ride Hailing App to Trial Blockchain Solutions
Ethereum-based payment platform OmiseGo partnered with a Singapore firm behind a popular ride hailing app to develop a Proof-of-Concept and promote blockchain tech. Ethereum-based payment platform OmiseGo and blockchain protocol Mass Vehicle Ledger (MVL) have partnered to research blockchain technology, according to a press release shared with Cointelegraph Nov. 14. MVL is the protocol behind… Continue reading OmiseGo Partners With Singapore Ride Hailing App to Trial Blockchain Solutions
Poll: Interest in Crypto as Payment Method Makes Small Inroads Among Moscow Residents
A recent poll of Moscow residents found that, among respondents who use non-cash payment methods, five percent expressed interest in using cryptocurrencies. Five percent of Moscow residents who use non-cash methods of payment are open to using cryptocurrencies, according to a recently conducted survey, Forbes Russia reported Nov. 13. The investigation into the e-payment market… Continue reading Poll: Interest in Crypto as Payment Method Makes Small Inroads Among Moscow Residents