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7 United Nations Agencies Are Now Investigating Blockchain Applications
A group of UN agencies is seeking input on blockchain applications that could help with international assistance.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 27, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. UTC
Apr 27, 2017
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The UN Wants to Adopt Bitcoin And Ethereum – And Soon
The UN is preparing to kick off an epic ethereum pilot, but the future could also include actually accepting cryptocurrencies.
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By Michael del Castillo
Apr 24, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. UTC
Apr 24, 2017
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UN Group Advances Ethereum Aid Tracking Pilot
The World Food Programme, the food assistance arm of the United Nations, is advancing a blockchain trial to pilot stage.
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By Stan Higgins
Mar 22, 2017 at 2:40 p.m. UTC
Mar 22, 2017
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Uganda Takes its First Steps Toward Bitcoin Regulation
A UN organization focused on criminal justice issues organized a meeting on bitcoin and digital currencies this past summer in Uganda.
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By Stan Higgins
Nov 23, 2016 at 12:35 p.m. UTC
Nov 23, 2016
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UNICEF Just Invested in its First Blockchain Startup
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has invested in a South African blockchain startup as part of a broader technology innovation push.
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By Stan Higgins
Nov 15, 2016 at 12:01 a.m. UTC
Nov 15, 2016
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UN Considers Blockchain in Search for Sustainability Solutions
Blockchain is set to be discussed during a meeting at the United Nations today centered on sustainable development.
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By Stan Higgins
Oct 13, 2016 at 5:10 p.m. UTC
Oct 13, 2016
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United Nations Lab Testing Blockchain for Remittances
The worldwide development network for the United Nations is pursuing a series of blockchain-focused projects.
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By Stan Higgins
Oct 6, 2016 at 12:43 p.m. UTC
Oct 6, 2016
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Children's Aid Organization UNICEF Seeks Blockchain Lead
The United Nations Children's Fund is seeking a software developer and consultant who can help shape the organization's blockchain strategy.
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By Stan Higgins
Aug 1, 2016 at 8:25 p.m. UTC
Aug 1, 2016
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UNICEF Innovation Fund Hints at Blockchain Investments
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has hinted it could invest in blockchain startups or initiatives through its innovation fund.
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By Stan Higgins
Feb 1, 2016 at 11:05 p.m. UTC
Feb 1, 2016
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