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Mizuho develops its own virtual currency

The blockchain-based system has potential, but security concerns remain

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Mizuho mulls potential uses for its digital currency, developed together with IBM Japan.   © Reuters
| Japan

TOKYO -- Mizuho Financial Group has partnered with IBM Japan to develop a digital currency that could reduce the cost of money transfers and lead to new mobile payment services.

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