Business

Why Africa is the next frontier for digital currency
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24 May, 2020

Why Africa is the next frontier for digital currency

A new report by Luno and Arcane Research has delved into the African digital currency market, acknowledging the opportunities and...
Italy turns to blockchain for help protecting ‘Made in Italy’ products
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24 May, 2020

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
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24 May, 2020

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
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24 May, 2020

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
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23 May, 2020

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
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23 May, 2020

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.