Public Sector

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Moscow's Government to Use Ethereum to Promote Transparency In Commerce
Moscow's government is planning to use ethereum as part of a system for allotting trading spots during weekend farmers markets.
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Austrian Government Backs New Blockchain Research Institute
The Austrian government is throwing its weight behind a new blockchain research effort aimed at developing business applications of the technology.
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Moscow Government Open-Sources Blockchain Voting Tool
The government of Moscow is pushing ahead with plans to test blockchain for use in its municipal elections.
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Blockchain Advocacy Group Launched in Wyoming
The Wyoming Blockchain Coalition launched on Tuesday, aiming to boost adoption of the technology in the Equality State.
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More Blockchain Pilots Needed, Says US Treasury Official
An official involved with the US Treasury's distributed ledger trial wants to see more government testing around the tech.
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Russia's Deputy PM: Blockchain Could See 'Broad Use in State Administration'
Russia's deputy prime minister has spoken about the government's possible use of blockchain for state services.
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Idaho City Inks Development Deal with Blockchain Startup
The municipal government for the U.S. city of Boise has formed a new partnership aimed at exploring public-sector blockchain use cases.
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Russia's Ministry of Health Is Launching a Blockchain Pilot
The Russian Ministry of Health is working with one of the country's state-owned banks to explore possible uses of blockchain.
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Indian State Officials to Weigh Policies for Public Sector Blockchain Use
Officials in Karnataka are planning an event on blockchain and governance in the near future.
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CFTC Chief Asks Congress for More Money to Oversee Blockchain
The CFTC has cited the advance of technologies like blockchain in a request to obtain additional funding for its oversight activities.
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