Illinois
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.
Illinois to Trial Blockchain Tech in Bid to Track Medical Licenses
The state of Illinois is expanding its work with blockchain to include possible healthcare applications through a newly announced partnership.
Illinois Lawmakers Pass Bill Forming Blockchain Task Force
Lawmakers in Illinois have passed a bill to create an intergovernmental working group that will study public sector applications of blockchain.
Illinois Government Sponsors Month-Long Blockchain Hackathon
The state of Illinois is continuing to engage with blockchain innovators, this time by throwing a month-long hackathon.
Illinois Eases Burden for Cryptocurrency Startups with New Guidance
A major financial regulator in the state of Illinois has issued new guidance for startups working in the nascent blockchain sector.
New Chicago Blockchain Center Launches With Government Backing
Major enterprises have joined forces with the State of Illinois to launch a new blockchain center in the Windy City.
Illinois Joins R3, Unveils Expansive Blockchain Support Plan
The Illinois government is doubling down on its efforts to promote blockchain tech, revealing new actions that will advance its industry support.
Illinois Legislator Calls for Blockchain Working Group
A draft resolution submitted to the Illinois legislature proposes the creation of a working group dedicated to blockchain technology.
The Industry's Critique of Illinois's Digital Currency Guidance is In
Commentators have largely supported the state of Illinois’s approach to regulating digital currencies, public documents reveal.
Illinois Breaks From New York With Blockchain Regulatory Approach
CoinDesk looks into Illinois' ambitious plan to guide the integration of blockchain technology within government operations.
