Jordan

UN Identity Tech Partner Integrates Blockchain Into Payments Platform

A tech firm involved in the UN's blockchain trials has expanded its work with the tech through its aid-focused payments platform.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 July 2017

United Nations Sends Aid to 10,000 Syrian Refugees Using Ethereum Blockchain

UN food aid has been issued to thousands of Syrian refugees, signaling success for one of the largest charitable implementations of ethereum.

Business  ·  13 June 2017
Regulation

Central Bank of Jordan Blocks Financial Companies from Bitcoin

The Central Bank of Jordan has prohibited banks and financial companies from dealing with digital currencies, mentioning bitcoin specifically.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 February 2014