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In 2018 there were 202 government blockchain initiatives in 45 countries globally, according to Observatory of Public Sector Innovation. The decentralized way of securing data offers governments and public services a unique opportunity to restore trust among citizens. The trustless nature of the technology eliminates the need for a trusted third-party to participate in the transfer of information or assets between the parties. Estonia uses blockchain as the backbone for an all-embracing digital platform that provides citizens with access to e-voting, tax returns, health records, and more.