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Europe's IT Systems Agency Explores Blockchain At Industry Roundtable

A European agency focused on IT interoperability discussed blockchain technology during a recent industry event.

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Hyperledger Takes on Blockchain Scaling with New Working Group

Hyperledger has launched a Performance and Scalability Working Group to build tools for measuring how blockchains cope with increasing popularity.

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Consensus 2017: Smith, Voorhees Talk Today's Bitcoin Market Craze

ShapeShift CEO Erik Voorhees and Blockchain CEO Peter Smith took on the topic of bitcoin's market moves today.

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Bitcoin Startup Blockchain Adds Uber, UBS Execs to Leadership Team

Bitcoin software wallet startup Blockchain added two new executive hires this week, amid a continued buildup of expertise on its team.

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Mauritius: The Tropical Paradise Looking to Become a Blockchain Hub

Mauritius is luring blockchain innovators with its friendly regulatory environment and connections to countries with large unbanked populations.

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Blockchain Startup Factom Raises $8 Million in Extended Series A

Blockchain startup Factom has finished raising just over $8m as part of an extended Series A round.

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Wien Energie is Gearing Up for a Large-Scale Blockchain Rollout

One of Austria's largest energy firms is fast preparing for a future where blockchain impacts its business model, according to a new interview.

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Local Government in South Korea Taps Blockchain for Community Vote

A South Korean provincial government recently tapped technology developed by blockchain startup Blocko for a vote on community funding.

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Thailand's National Stock Exchange is Building a Blockchain Market

Thailand's national stock exchange is reportedly planning to launch a blockchain-based market through which startups can raise money.

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Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron Praises Blockchain Tech

Former UK prime minister David Cameron has said that blockchain tech could help improve financial inclusion and government transparency.

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