The Norway Central Bank is researching whether a central bank digital currency could provide benefits for customers.
<h1>Norway Central Bank Considering Adopting CBDC As A Supplement To Cash</h1>
The Norway Central Bank is researching whether a central bank digital currency could provide benefits for customers.
<h1>Bitcoin Network Energy Demand To Skyrocket By End Of Year</h1>
Bitcoin mining is potentially lucrative, but it’s also increasing the world’s energy consumption. This week, economist Alex de Vries published some eye-popping estimates.
<h1>China Releases Rankings Of 28 Cryptocurrencies, Blockchains</h1>
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released rankings of 28 cryptocurrencies and blockchains based on technology, application, and innovation.
<h1>Chile Central Bank President Suggests Crypto Regulations To Track Criminal Activity</h1>
The president of Chile’s central bank is reportedly open to regulating cryptocurrency with the expressed desire to monitor illegal activities.
<h1>Infosys Partners With Private-Sector Banks In India</h1>
Infosys has partnered with seven of India’s private-sector banks to improve customer service and increase security through blockchain technology.
<h1>LG Subsidiary Announces In-House Platform Monachain</h1>
LG CNS, the information technology arm of LG, has developed an in-house blockchain platform aimed at digital verification, digital currency, and digital supply chain management.
<h1>Thailand Issues Royal Decree To Regulate Cryptocurrency</h1>
Thailand has received a royal decree to regulate cryptocurrency transactions, requiring all cryptocurrency sellers and brokers to register with the Security Exchange Commission.
<h1>Colorado Passes Bill Bringing Distributed Ledger Technology To The Forefront</h1>
On May 8 Colorado legislators passed a bill mandating the exploration of distributed ledger technology for the storage of sensitive data, banning fees on certain users of this technology, and encouraging colleges to add it to their curricula.
<h1>China Seeks To Utilize Blockchain Technology To Store Forensic Evidence</h1>
China’s Ministry of Public Security has sought a patent for a blockchain system to store forensic data for police investigations.
<h1>DOVU And BMW Join Forces To Collect Mileage Data, Use Cryptocurrency As Incentive</h1>
DOVU and BMW created a pilot program to track mileage data and preserve the resale value of leased and fleet vehicles using cryptocurrency as an incentive for consumers.