China’s National Audit Office thinks blockchain streamline its data storage operations.
China’s State Electricity Firm Eyes Blockchain to Decentralize Data Sharing
China State Grid Corporation, the country’s state-owned power utility, is looking to blockchain to advance its plans for an “Internet of Energy.”
$1 Billion Blockchain Fund Launches with Chinese Government Backing
China now has a new blockchain fund with $1.6 billion available – 30 percent of that backed by the Hangzhou city government.
Mexico Tests Blockchain to Track Public Contract Bids
A Mexican government announced a blockchain-based project intended to reduce corruption in bidding for government contracts.
Why the Time Is Right for the First Blockchain Governor
The value propositions of blockchain tech are central to the business of public institutions, argues Alec Ross, a candidate for governor of Maryland.
Singapore Launches Blockchain Challenge with Funding Prizes
The Singapore government is launching an innovation-boosting blockchain challenge that will reward successful projects with funding.
Blockchain Standardization Tops Chinese IT Ministry’s 2018 Agenda
China’s Ministry of Information Technology and Industry is ramping up its focus on national blockchain standardization this year.
UK Treasury Launches Inquiry into Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain
The U.K. Treasury Committee has today announced that it will conduct an investigation into issues around cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
Finland Mandates Cold Storage, Public Auctions for Seized Bitcoins
The Finnish government has released guidelines prescribing how authorities must handle the 2,000 bitcoin confiscated since 2016.