IBM Exec to US Gov’t: ‘Safeguard’ Blockchain Innovation or Risk Falling Behind

IBM Exec to US Gov’t: ‘Safeguard’ Blockchain Innovation or Risk Falling Behind

IBM Blockchain Technologies Executive Jerry Cuomo testified on May 16 before the President’s Commission concerning National Cyber Security. Cuomo spoke on the attributes of blockchain technology and its use in society. The meeting involved a panel of government officials and other technological firm representatives. IBM Familiarizes Gov’t with New Tech,....


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