South Korean Shinhan Bank joins Klaytn’s blockchain governance council

South Korean Shinhan Bank joins Klaytn’s blockchain governance council

Apart from participating in the co-governance process of Klaytn, Shinhan Bank will also be involved in the development of Klaytn-based digital services. Shinhan Bank, one of the largest banking institutions in South Korea, has entered into a partnership with Klaytn, a global blockchain platform developed by Kakao subsidiary Ground X.According to a Monday announcement, Shinhan Bank has joined Klaytn’s blockchain governance council, becoming a member of the co-governance of the Klaytn blockchain. As part of the new partnership, Shinhan will be also involved in the development of Klaytn-based....


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