We’ve got a great collection of posts on blockchain technology benefits for government, a smart parking initiative using blockchain and the SEC’s shutdown of a much-hyped ICO.

If you’re a government leader, you’ll find FCW’s report on blockchain benefits for government a refreshing and valuable read. Check out our post on NetObjex’s  smart parking initiative and what it can mean for automobiles in the future. Finally, you’ll want to learn more about the SEC shutdown of the Munchee ICO and its implications for ICOs and investors in the future.

Blockchain’s potential for government agency security, trust and efficiency

http://paymentsnext.com/blockchains-potential-for-government-agency-security-trust-and-efficiency/An FCW seminar gathered federal government leaders to explore the potential for blockchain technology to provide increased security, efficiency and solutions for better government. While attendees agreed blockchain technology has potential, their comments showed a mix of reservations, keen interest and reflection on the most practical ways to implement and benefit. Read more…

NetObjex blockchain will deliver smart parking with IOTA payments

http://paymentsnext.com/netobjex-blockchain-will-deliver-smart-parking-with-iota-payments/Irvine, CA tech company NetObjex says its has a new smart parking solution using blockchain technology and payments with IOTA cryptocurrency. It’s another great example of blockchain technology with practical applications for business. Read more…

SEC gets the Munchees and shuts down ICO

http://paymentsnext.com/sec-gets-the-munchees-and-shuts-down-ico/Last Monday, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a cease-and-desist order shutting down an ICO by California-based Munchee. This marked the first time an ICO was shut down by the SEC without direct fraud allegations. Munchee is a blockchain-based food review service which was hoping to raise $15 million for a mobile app built around restaurant meal reviews and creating an “ecosystem” where Munchee and others would buy and sell goods and services using the Munchee (MUN) coins. Read more…