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Singapore to Pump $8.9 Million Into National Blockchain Ecosystem
The Singaporean government has deployed a US$ 8.9 million national blockchain initiative dubbed the Singapore Blockchain Innovation Program (SBIP).
“VISION 20/21” – Finding Clarity in Uncertainty at Business of Design Week (BODW) 2020
The change and uncertainty of 2020 has shown how vulnerable we all are. However, as we look forward to 2021 and beyond, we have the power to change how we view these times, find fresh impetus and imagine new possibilities based on our real needs and what truly matters.
Hong Kong Science and Technology Park: Turning Tech Startups' Visions into Reality
Blockchain.News sat down with Peter Mok, Head of Incubation and Acceleration Programmes, HKSTP to gain further insight into the incubation initiative and the custom-made programs, that have been designed to support technology startups, and specifically how they could be utilized by blockchain startups.
NexChange Interview Series: Dr. Patrice Poujol, Part 1
Dr. Patrice Poujol is an EnTech research expert and a film practitioner. He has 8-year experience in the financial sector and movie finance and 12-year experience as a creative consultant and producer in the movie industry. In 2018, he obtained the first PhD worldwide on the integration of blockchain technology in Creative Media (CityU Hong Kong) through an academic exchange with UCLA and a participation in the MEFTI programme organised by MIT.
Launch of First Blockchain School Sets to Bring New Hope for Rwanda
Rwanda is poised to become the next Silicon Valley of Africa. This is demonstrated by many tech businesses launching their operations in the country. Due to Rwanda’s rapid rise to become Africa’s tech hub, a new blockchain training school intends to set its foot in the country. The establishment of the school is expected to introduce new innovative ways to create new African blockchain technology-based products.
United Nations Development Programme to Conserve and Increase Kazakhstan’s Forestland Using Blockchain
BitFury, a blockchain development firm has been making plans to get into partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in an effort to help the country reduce its greenhouse emissions by more than 15 percent as this would conserve and boost Kazakhstan’s Forestland.
Ripple Expands Global Regulatory Team and Joins Blockchain Association
Ripple, the San Francisco-based blockchain startup, just announced its inclusion of four new members into its global regulatory team in Washington D.C.
MicroStrategy CEO says Tesla has De-Risked BTC Acquisition for Public Companies
MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor is thrilled that Elon Musk and Tesla finally took the bet on Bitcoin and believes the other public companies will now ramp up BTC purchases.
“We Can’t Let China Beat Us,” Document shows US Regulators Want to Pass a National Blockchain Bill
Lawmakers in the US are coaxing the federal government to consider a national blockchain strategy for regulation and growth, citing China’s Blockchain Service Network as an example.
Walmart Canada Delves Deeper into Blockchain with DLT Labs Tie-Up
Walmart Canada has teamed up with DLT Labs for its blockchain-driven freight and payment network that is touted to be the world’s most prominent full production blockchain solution for any sector application.
Galaxy Digital CEO Michael Novogratz on Bearish Bitcoin, Libra Hearing and Regulator Angst
Michael Novogratz, CEO, and Chairman of Galaxy Digital recently appeared on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” where he answered questions on Bitcoin’s bearish trend, Zuckerberg’s appearance on Capitol hill and the sentiment driving regulators of the crypto market.
Members of Congress Start Blockchain Education with $50 Dollar Bitcoin Donation
Members of the United States Congress will receive a $50 campaign contribution in Bitcoin today to educate lawmakers on the potential of blockchain technology.