Business
Italy turns to blockchain for help protecting ‘Made in Italy’ products
The Italian government has invested $16.2 million in a program that will develop and implement technologies like blockchain to prevent...
Japanese ebook platform ventures into distributed ledger tech
Media Do Holdings is investing US$2.8 million into distributed ledger technology for the distribution of its ebooks.
Thailand examines blockchain use for palm oil trade
The blockchain system is expected to help farmers who have trouble turning a profit due to low and unstable palm...
China’s Hainan clamps down on digital currency businesses
The Chinese province requires businesses not to engage in activities deemed illegal, including issuing tokens and offering digital currency exchange.
Bank of Korea eyes CBDC amid improving blockchain tech
Developments in payment settlements were pushing central banks towards taking a more serious look at digital currencies.
Myanmar central bank confirms digital currency ban amid rising demand
Myanmar’s central bank has made its anti-digital currencies stand known, banning them in the country. But the citizens believe it...

