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The United Nations is on a slow path to blockchain adoption

Bitcoin enables financial freedom and provides access to everybody that also has access to the internet. It represents the perfect global blockchain use case. No intermediaries, just payees and receivers. However, we have a long way to go before we start to use blockchain in all of the right places (and in the right ways). For…

ByZoran SpirkovskiFebruary 26, 20200Comments

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The U.S. Needs to Step up and Embrace Blockchain Technology

Distributed ledgers, i.e. blockchain applications and cryptocurrencies are completely separate things, but that doesn't reflect the U.S. budget and intentions. Trump has once again completely ignored the need for the U.S. to begin integrating blockchain technology in the governmental structures of the country. A recent Forbes article reveals how close the U.S. President Trump is to minds…

ByZoran SpirkovskiFebruary 23, 20200Comments

Visa & CoinBase Partner Up for Debit Cards

If you are a long-term cryptocurrency user, chances are that you are aware of the previous Visa-based digital currency cards that allowed holders to spend their crypto at POS card terminals, or to easily withdraw cash at any ATM. After a few years of activity, Visa decided to cancel all crypto-based cards. Now, recent reports indicate…

ByDaniel DobFebruary 20, 20200Comments

Technology

The Coronavirus Will Impede on Blockchain Development in China

Back in October, Chinese President Xin Jinping promoted the use of blockchain technology by and for the Chinese economy and provided the public with unadulterated access to the nation's BSN network. However, he could not predict what would ensue in the following months. Following the outbreak of the Coronavirus in Wuhan, the chances for a successful…

ByZoran SpirkovskiFebruary 12, 20200Comments

Technology

Calls For Bringing Voting To The Blockchain Grow After Iowa Caucus Debacle

Attempts have been made for decades to use technology to improve voting processes. Unfortunately, many of these moves have failed to achieve their goals. The Democratic caucus fiasco, which has occurred due to a faulty app, is the latest example. Blockchain technology may now hold the key to much more secure, and representative elections. A…

ByTrevor SmithFebruary 9, 20200Comments

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TradeLens Agreement Pending Decision by FMC

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission is making a decision on the official approval of the TradeLens platform, as stipulated by an agreement made between IBM and Maersk and the participating parties i.e. cargo transport companies. Starting on January 11th, 2020, the Agreement is passed into the public domain and comments are accepted until the 23rd of…

ByZoran SpirkovskiFebruary 6, 20200Comments

Bitcoin

Gemini Achieves Significant Milestone, Sets Standard For Regulated Exchanges

Gemini, the exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, continues to make inroads toward its goal of becoming a mainstream, respected financial institution. It has recently announced that it has passed a high level security audit conducted by Deloitte, which marks a significant milestone in the crypto space. Whereas Gemini’s accomplishments are impressive, they highlight…

ByTrevor SmithFebruary 3, 20200Comments

Opinion

Clothing Companies Are Ignoring Blockchain

The food and transport industries are embracing blockchain technology to realize a more transparent and efficient future. At the same time, very little is done in one industry where blockchain can provide a significant amount of value to consumers. Big-name fashion, clothing, and shoe brands are the ones that stand the most to benefit, while at…

ByZoran SpirkovskiFebruary 1, 20200Comments