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California Governor's New Task Force Brings Blockchain to the Statehouse
Key Takeaways
- California launched a new panel with Ripple, Coinbase, and MoonPay execs to help improve state services;
- The group met on June 6 to explore ways blockchain might streamline public systems and boost transparency;
- While blockchain’s role is not confirmed, the state may test it for tasks like record-keeping and benefit payments.
Governor Gavin Newsom has introduced a new panel aimed at improving the way California’s government operates, with the help of leaders in the blockchain industry.
According to Eleanor Terrett's X post on July 15, this group, known as the California Breakthrough Project, includes executives from Coinbase
The state appears interested in learning how tools like blockchain could make public services faster and more open.
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The group held its first meeting on June 6 at Ripple’s headquarters in San Francisco. Its goal is to bring state officials and business leaders together to find better ways of working, fix common problems, and improve how people interact with government services.
Those chosen to join the panel bring a range of knowledge. Ripple can share its experience with payment systems, Coinbase brings expertise in running large digital platforms under regulation, and MoonPay offers ideas from its work on consumer products.
Newsom confirmed the project and stated:
As the birthplace of modern tech, our state is uniquely positioned to bring the best and the brightest together to advance our work.
The governor has not said exactly what role blockchain will play in the project’s work. However, the choice of advisors suggests the state could test how blockchain can help in areas like keeping records accurate, speeding up license checks, or simplifying how benefits are paid.
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