Government
Blockchain Standardization Tops Chinese IT Ministry's 2018 Agenda
China's Ministry of Information Technology and Industry is ramping up its focus on national blockchain standardization this year.
UK Treasury Launches Inquiry Into Cryptocurrency
The U.K. Treasury Committee has today announced that it will conduct an investigation into issues around cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
Finland Mandates Cold Storage, Public Auctions for Seized Bitcoins
The Finnish government has released guidelines prescribing how authorities must handle the 2,000 bitcoin confiscated since 2016.
Korean Government Remains Firm on Crypto KYC Mandate
South Korea has doubled down on its commitment to eliminating the use of cryptocurrency in illicit activities, but played down more serious proposals.
'Weary Giants of Flesh and Steel,' Meet Bitcoin
John Perry Barlow fought for an open internet. Late in life, he cautioned blockchain innovators that the technology could be liberating or oppressive.
Taiwan Official: Government Should Prepare for Crypto Collapse
A senior official from Taiwan's executive branch has cautioned on the potential impact of cryptocurrencies on the island's financial stability.
Italian Crypto Businesses to Register Under Proposed New Rules
Italy has published a proposed set of cryptocurrency regulations that are designed to enforce EU anti-money laundering rules.
Illinois Eyes Blockchain for IDs and Public Asset Management
An Illinois government task force is eyeing blockchain tech in the management of state citizens' identification and tokenizing public sector assets.
ICE Exploiting Blockchain to Expose Crypto Use in Drug Trafficking
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is working to expose transactions made by drug traffickers using cryptocurrencies to hide their trails.
Virginia Lawmakers Seek Study on Government Blockchain Use
A new Virginia bill would form a subcommittee to research the impact of implementing blockchain technology within the state's government.
