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  • Oct 07, 2024

Consensus 2018 Blockchain Event: Highlights from Day 1

A brief look at all that went down on the first day of the Consensus 2018 blockchain event!

Adapt Blockchain or Perish: FedEx Chief

Fred Smith, the CEO of FedEx has embraced Blockchain technology to usher a new age in the logistics industry.

LG Forays into the Blockchain Tech with the ‘Monachain’ Blockchain Platform

LG has now launched their own blockchain platform: Monachain. It offers a host of services ranging from identity verifications to supply-chain management.

Chinese Govt. to Issue Blockchain Regulations by 2019

China is working on launching new laws on blockchain by 2019.

JP Morgan Bullish on Blockchain Innovation with the Quorum Platform

JP Morgan's Quorum blockchain platform has been long rumoured to be spun-out, but the head of the division Christine Moy remains positive about innovations.

Blockchain Tech to Help Maintain Hurricane-Torn Puerto Rico’s Electricity Supply!

Australian blockchain startup Power Ledger’s primary aim in Puerto Rico is to help raise funding which would help the country repair its damaged power grid.

Microsoft Launches Azure Blockchain Workbench

Microsoft announced setting up of Azure Workbench, a tool to easily set up blockchain.

BMW Makes Use of Crypto-Rewards System to Track Mileage over the Blockchain

BMW's Innovation Lab is working in association with cryptocurrency startup DOVU, using blockchain tech and crypto rewards to improve the tracking of mileage.

Facebook Creates New Blockchain Group Led by Former VP of Messenger

Former VP of Messenger, David Marcus announced that he will now lead a blockchain development group which explores how Facebook can benefit from the technology.

Bermuda Aims to Become the New Blockchain Hub

Bermuda government is working on establishing blockchain and cryptocurrency firms in the island.