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Bitcoin Likely to Become 'Niche' Product, Says ING's Top Economist
The chief economist for Dutch banking giant ING believes bitcoin will likely wind up as a niche financial product, according to a new report.
ING
By Wolfie Zhao
Dec 19, 2017 at 7:00 a.m. UTC
Dec 19, 2017
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Australia
Australian Government Grants $8 Million for Blockchain Energy Pilot
The Australian government has announced that it will provide over AU$8 million in grants for a blockchain-powered smart utilities project.
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By Sujha Sundararajan
Nov 20, 2017 at 11:01 a.m. UTC
Nov 20, 2017
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US Government Research Lab Eyes Blockchain in Energy Data Tests
A research lab within the U.S. Department of Energy has revealed it is exploring the application of blockchain in next-generation power grids.
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By Stan Higgins
Oct 31, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. UTC
Oct 31, 2017
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European Energy Firms Trial Blockchain Trading Marketplace
European energy providers Enel and E.On tested a new blockchain-based trading platform earlier this month.
Electric Power
By Annaliese Milano
Oct 26, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. UTC
Oct 26, 2017
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News
Blockchain Startup Sun Exchange Raises $1.6 Million in New Seed Funding
Blockchain company Sun Exchange has raised $1.6 million in new seed funding from a group of early-stage investors and startup accelerators
Solar
By Nikhilesh De
Oct 19, 2017 at 9:45 p.m. UTC
Oct 19, 2017
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Japan
No More Nuclear: Japan's Biggest Utility Turns to Blockchain in Power Pivot
Inside Japan's largest energy firm, one man is looking to blockchain to decrease the country's reliance on nuclear – and prevent another disaster.
IAEA Experts at Fukushima
By Michael del Castillo
Oct 10, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. UTC
Oct 10, 2017
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Australia
$34 Million: Australian Blockchain Startup Power Ledger Completes ICO
Power Ledger, a blockchain startup based in Australia, has raised $34 million in a token sale.
Balls
By Stan Higgins
Oct 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. UTC
Oct 6, 2017
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News
BP Tech Chief: Blockchain Could Give Company 'Competitive Advantage'
British gas and energy giant BP is pushing ahead with plans to test blockchain applications in the energy trading market.
BP
By Nikhilesh De
Oct 3, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. UTC
Oct 3, 2017
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Australia
Australia's Origin Energy to Trial Blockchain Power Trading
One of Australia's largest power providers is working with blockchain startup Power Ledger on a platform aimed to facilitate energy trading.
Utility
By Nikhilesh De
Sep 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. UTC
Sep 22, 2017
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Blockchain Energy Startup Conjoule Raises €4.5 Million Series A
Japanese energy conglomerate TEPCO has invested in in blockchain startup Conjoule's €4.5m funding round.
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By Wolfie Zhao
Jul 10, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. UTC
Jul 10, 2017
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