French Legislators Highlight Blockchain Tech at National Assembly Event
France’s legislature, the National Assembly, is holding a blockchain symposium today. Notably, the day features a closing statement by Emmanuel Macron, France's Minister of Economy, Industry and Digital Data. The event, titled "Blockchain: Disruption and Opportunities", features three panels and is set to host a range of representatives from the French public and private sectors, including France's bitcoin and blockchain community. Startups represented include Paymium, Stratumn and Slock.it, among others. The aim of the event, according to a Google Translation of its....
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Panama Moves to Regulate Crypto Assets
Panama is taking steps to regulate crypto assets and the businesses that use them in the country. The National Assembly of the country, which is the highest legislative organization in Panama, has taken the first....