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China Sets 2030 Target for National Blockchain Network Buildout

(3 hours ago) · 2 sources · Summarized by CryptoBipto

China has announced plans to build out a national blockchain network by 2030. The initiative reflects the country's ongoing effort to integrate blockchain technology into its national infrastructure. Details about the scope and specific applications of the network are still emerging.

WHY IT MATTERS

Blockchain is the technology that underpins cryptocurrencies, but it can also be used for many other purposes, like tracking goods in a supply chain or verifying official documents. Think of it as a shared digital ledger that multiple parties can trust without needing a single middleman. When a country as large as China commits to building a nationwide blockchain network, it can influence global technology standards and how other countries approach similar projects. However, China's version of blockchain is typically government-controlled, which is quite different from the open, decentralized blockchains that most cryptocurrencies run on.

China has been one of the most active major governments in pursuing blockchain technology at the state level, even as it has maintained strict restrictions on cryptocurrency trading and mining.

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  • cointelegraph.com
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