Government

Coinbase

Singapore State-Owned Fund Backed Coinbase’s $300 Million Raise: Report

GIC Private Limited, a Singapore government-owned wealth fund, backed Coinbase’s major funding round last year, say Bloomberg sources.

Markets  ·  28 February 2019
Blockchain Voting

Thai Government Agency Develops Blockchain Tech for Elections Voting

A Thailand government agency has developed a blockchain-based solution that's set to digitalize elections voting in the country.

Markets  ·  3 January 2019
Europe

Italy Announces 30 Experts to Lead National Blockchain Strategy

The Italian government has published a list of 30 experts brought together to develop the nation's blockchain strategy.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 December 2018
Regulation

India May Legalize Cryptos But Under ‘Strong’ Rules: Report

The Indian government could possibly legalize cryptocurrencies, but with tough terms and conditions attached, a news report suggests.

Policy & regulation  ·  26 December 2018
Supply Chain

South Korean Government Trials Blockchain for Shipping Efficiency Boost

Two South Korean government ministries are exploring blockchain's potential to bring new efficiencies to port logistics.

Business  ·  18 December 2018
Regulation

Indian Officials Met to Discuss Possible Ban on ‘Private Cryptocurrencies’

The Indian government is considering imposing a ban on what it calls "private cryptocurrencies," according to an official release.

Policy & regulation  ·  31 October 2018
Europe

UK Government Says It Will Update Crypto Tax Guidance By Early Next Year

The UK Cryptoassets Taskforce wants to encourage the development of distributed ledger technology, according to a final report published Monday.

Policy & regulation  ·  29 October 2018
Australia

Australian Government Agency Says Blockchain ‘Interesting’ But Hyped

Australia's Digital Transformation Agency says blockchain is hyped by firms working with the tech and still has better alternatives.

Tech  ·  23 October 2018
Banking

Asian Development Bank Paper Touts Blockchain in Government Procurement

A consultation paper for the Asian Development Bank proposes a blockchain network to boost efficiency in government procurement systems worldwide.

Markets  ·  18 October 2018
Japan

Japanese Government Working to Simplify Cryptocurrency Tax Filings

Japan's Tax Commission is planning to introduce a new system to make it easier for crypto traders and investors to calculate their profits.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 October 2018
Regulation

South Korea’s Policy Chief Calls for Legalization of ICOs

The chairman of South Korea's National Policy Committee has called for the legalization of ICOs at a meeting of the National Assembly.

Policy & regulation  ·  2 October 2018
Regulation

UK Lawmakers Call For Greater Oversight of Crypto Industry

Citing market volatility and consumer risk, the U.K. Treasury Committee called for increased regulation of the cryptocurrency space in a new report.

Markets  ·  19 September 2018
Supply Chain

Korea Taps Samsung’s Blockchain Tech to Fight Customs Fraud

South Korea's Customs Service is looking to adopt Samsung's blockchain tech to launch a decentralized exports clearance system.

Business  ·  14 September 2018
Regulation

Chinese Ministry Eyes Blockchain to Boost Trust In Charities

China's Ministry of Civil Affairs is planning a blockchain upgrade of the country's charity tracking system to bring more transparency to donations.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 September 2018
Australia

Australian State Pilot Puts Driver’s Licenses on a Blockchain

Australia's New South Wales government is turning to blockchain for a state-wide test of a driver license digitization program slated for November.

Policy & regulation  ·  10 September 2018