Identity
Illinois Launches Blockchain Pilot to Digitize Birth Certificates
Illinois' state government has launched a new blockchain pilot focused on the digitization of new birth certificates.
EU Politician Pushes Parliament to Test Blockchain Identity for Refugees
A blockchain task force within the European Parliament wants to explore how the technology could be used to provide digital identities to refugees.
How-To Website WikiHow Partners With Blockchain Startup Civic
Popular how-to website wikiHow is partnering with blockchain startup Civic to boost the security of its login process.
Brazil's Ministry of Planning Is Testing Blockchain Identity Tech
A government agency in Brazil is investigating how it could leverage blockchain technology to verify the legitimacy of ID documents.
Blockchain ID Startup ShoCard Raises $4 Million in New Funding
ShoCard has announced a new venture funding round, news that coincides with its launch of a new enterprise-focused identity product.
Blockchain and Education: A Big Idea in Need of Bigger Thinking
Can blockchain technology have a real impact on education certification? CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson argues that it can, if the scope is wide enough.
Bank of America Files for 3 New Blockchain Patents
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has published three new filings from financial giant Bank of America.
US Government Funds Blockchain Key Management Tool With $794k Grant
A blockchain startup has received new funding from the US government to develop blockchain key management solutions.
Non-Profits See Blockchain Vision, But Face Harsh Realities
Non-profits are fast waking up to the possibilities offered by blockchain, but implementing real-world solutions will be anything but easy.
Swiss City Announces Plan to Verify IDs Using Ethereum
A Swiss city known for its cryptocurrency startup ecosystem is launching a new ethereum-based identity service.
