The European Commission brought prominent digital technology stakeholders from across Europe together with the aim of reaching joint commitments to bolster the European Union’s digital future.
<h1>Indian Government Body Developing Blockchain PoC To Fight Drug Counterfeiting</h1>
A government think tank in India is working on a proof of concept for a blockchain-based system that could track all drugs produced and consumed in the country.
Crypto Exchange Bitfinex Denounces Fund Freeze Claims
Bitfinex is pushing back against reports that Polish authorities froze $400 million of its funds.
<h1>Golem Launches Beta Software On Ethereum Mainnet</h1>
Golem has released a beta version of its software, an “MVP” meant to support CGI rendering, on the Ethereum mainnet.
<h1>Polish Tax Policy Worries Cryptocurrency Traders</h1>
On Wednesday, Poland’s Ministry of Finance published a notice about the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies, detailing applicable rules and requirements. The repercussions of the guidance have only been realized in the last several days.
Bear Market ‘Largely Over,’ Crypto Hedge Fund Manager Claims
Cryptocurrency fund manager Timothy Enneking believes all factors impacting the market have been priced in, and it should soon rebound.
<h1>UNOPS Partners With Dutch Government To Explore Blockchain’s Untapped Legal Potential</h1>
A joint initiative between the Dutch government’s “Blockchain Pilots” program and the United Nations Office for Project Services will explore the legal potential of distributed ledger technology.
<h1>Alibabacoin Foundation Denies Trademark Infringement</h1>
Alibabacoin (ABBC) Foundation filed a response to Alibaba Group’s complaint, refuting any intentional breach of rights.
Ledger Wallet Users Can’t Access Their Bitcoin Cash
Ledger hardware wallet users are still unable to access their bitcoin cash.
UK Cyber Security Division Issues Warning on PC ‘Cryptojacking’
The UK National Cyber Security Centre highlighted the rising number of browser apps which force computers to mine cryptocurrencies in a new report.
Crypto Exchange Bittrex Is Taking New Customers Again
Cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex began accepting new users today after temporarily halting registrations last December.
Europol Nabs 11 in Crypto Drug Money Laundering Case
Europol has shut down an alleged drug trafficking operation that used cryptocurrencies to launder money from Spain to Colombia.
Blockchain Is ‘Going Mainstream’ Says European Commission Official
European Commission vice president Andrus Ansip stressed the need for governments and private firms to invest in blockchain technology.
Indian Government Think Tank Trials Blockchain to Combat Fake Meds
An Indian government think tank is working on a blockchain solution aimed to combat the country’s roaring counterfeit drugs trade.
Below $400: ‘Death Cross’ Hits Ether But Damage May Be Done
Ether will likely shrug off today’s lagging “death cross” indicator and could even rise toward $475.
‘Big Four’ Firm Deloitte Appoints New Head of Blockchain Services
Deloitte has announced Linda Pawczuk as its new blockchain lead, following the departure of Eric Piscini from the role.
Crypto Portfolio Tracker Raises $1.5 Million in Funding
Cryptocurrency investment management startup CoinTracker has raised $1.5 million in seed funding from some heavyweight investors.
Golem Arrives: One of Ethereum’s Most Ambitious Apps Is Finally Live
A long-awaited ICO project for allowing people to get paid for their extra CPU power launched on ethereum’s mainnet today.
What You Don’t Know About Crypto Taxes Can Hurt You
There has been no new cryptocurrency tax guidance from the IRS since 2014. Consequently, few investors fully understand how to treat 2017 gains.
China Needs Better Regulation for Blockchain Growth, Experts Say
Industry experts spoke of the need for regulations and standards to boost blockchain growth at a Chinese event on Tuesday.