The Digital Transformation Agency (DTA), an Australian government division that facilitates government information and services online, will explore new ways in which blockchain technology can deliver government services, given the AU$700,000 ($525,710) allocated in the 2018-19 budget.
To start with, DTA will spearhead its study with an aim to bring into play blockchain technology for distribution welfare payments. The government agency will also look into Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to automize range of government services.
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https://btcmanager.com/australian-gov-allocates-au700000-to-develop-blockchain-powered-welfare-payments/?utm_source=onesignal&utm_medium