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Blockchain Tracker: 88 Bales Of Cotton, Illinois State Gov. And Adoption

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to buyer Brighann Cotton Marketing Australia — and blockchain to prove that the goods were shipped, which all ultimately elevated transparency, security measures and tracking. At the state level, Illinois’ government has shown interest in delving into incorporating blockchain into how it does business.

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Retailers Increasingly Turn To AI For Security And Efficiency

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving from cool concept toward everyday consumer reality, and signs of that innovation are increasingly appearing in the retail space. Take the issue of retail security as one example. Reducing network demands, the technology works even if cloud connection is lost.

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Why State And Local Governments Struggle To Shred The Paper Check

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Digital disbursement innovation is picking up speed in certain states, luckily, as digital payment technology becomes more readily available and less costly. In the State And Local Disbursements Report , PYMNTS examines the current state of disbursement innovation and reform for U.S. government departments. Government Agencies.

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Digital IDs Help Open Banking Reach Its Fullest Potential

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The end goal: to speed innovation toward new products and services while keeping fraudsters out. The need for both innovation and security comes at a time when open banking is gaining a foothold in the United States due in part to the pandemic. The Pandemic Is Speeding Innovation Up. Regulation Vs. Market Forces.

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NJ Legislators Propose Tighter Data Privacy Regulations

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Andrew Zwicker (D-Hunterdon), chairman of the Assembly’s Science, Innovation and Technology Committee and lead sponsor of the legislation. New Jersey joins Washington, Illinois and other states and regions in introducing data privacy laws. “This is all about consumer awareness and consumer choice,” said Rep.

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NEW REPORT: Can Smarter Payments Kill Off Timesheets?

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However, with so much sensitive information being transferred with each transaction, the need to keep the data secure has never been greater. In the new Smarter Payments Tracker , PYMNTS explores the latest efforts by banks and businesses to keep payments data secure from fraudsters, cybercriminals and other bad actors.

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Travelers Expands Amazon Smart Home Program

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The new states enjoying these perks now include Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas and Utah. This unique offering helps customers better protect their homes, and provides our independent agents with an innovative way to differentiate themselves in the marketplace.”.

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