Mizuho to Develop Blockchain Tech for Internal Recordkeeping
Mizuho Financial has announced it is seeking to develop a blockchain application for internal recordkeeping. The move, according to Mizuho, marks the “beginning of a strategic program” that will find the Japan-based financial services firm working with IT consulting firm Cognizant to leverage the technology to cut costs and improve its internal processes. As part of the deal, Cognizant will develop the blockchain solution, with the goal of enabling companies within the Mizuho group to sign and exchange sensitive documents with greater security and transparency. The project will initially....
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