Spain
Spanish Researchers Working to Curb Coronavirus Spread With Blockchain App
As well as helping predict the spread of COVID-19, the app could act as a digital version of government certificates permitting citizens to go to work or the store.
How I'm Coping With Spain's Coronavirus Lockdown
Noelle Acheson shares details and perspective on the first few days in Spanish lockdown.
Catalonia to Build DLT-Based Identity Platform for Citizens
Catalonia will develop a decentralized identity platform aimed to give citizens control of their own data when interacting with online services.
Police in Spain Say Bitcoin ATMs Expose Problems in Europe's AML Laws
Spanish police authorities are raising the alarm because a recent criminal case involved the use of bitcoin ATMs, making their jobs more difficult.
Spanish Telecom Giant to Trial Blockchain Consumer Data Marketplace
Telefonica is set to trial a decentralized data marketplace that lets users sell their personal information.
Spain's Lawmakers Push for Blockchain Use in Governance
Spain's main conservative party submitted a proposal encouraging the government to adopt blockchain technology in managing public services.
Spain's Securities Market Watchdog Completes Blockchain Test
A pilot test was successfully conducted for a Spanish-backed blockchain project to increase the efficiency of registering issuances.
Taking Back Power: An Upstart Government Plans to Tokenize Energy
The plan is to incentivize solar power generation by circumventing rules inhibiting its adoption made by Madrid.
Bank of Spain Governor: Cryptocurrencies Pose 'More Risks Than Benefits'
Spanish central bank governor Luis Maria Linde believes cryptocurrencies are dangerous, but is open to blockchain technology.
Spain's Tax Authorities Seek Crypto User Names and Bank Accounts
The move comes after the Spanish finance ministry called the use of cryptocurrencies in organized crime a "pressing challenge."
