Blockchain

What are the main applications from Blockchain?

Oct 09, 2019

It was 2008 when the idea of bitcoin, criptomoeda used for virtual transactions, was published on the internet. But for it to be usable, a basis was needed to avoid undue duplication of digital money. Therefore, the very founder of the coin, identified on the internet only as Satoshi Nakamoto,

What are the differences between public blockchain and private blockchain?

Oct 02, 2019

Many types of blockchain have evolved over the last few years and the terminology is sometimes misunderstood. Currently, there are different types of blockchains, such as public and private, which although different, have some similarities to each other: Both are decentralized peer-to-peer networks

IBM may contribute to Facebook blockchain project

Sep 27, 2019

IBM is willing to team up with Facebook to develop blockchain technology, said a technology giant executive, explaining that developing the blockchain ecosystem is "a team sport." "Our customers are ready to work with Facebook and we are ready to work with all of them to put them on the same page,"

Using Blockchain to Secure the ‘Internet of Things’

Sep 16, 2019

The world is full of connected devices - and more are coming. In 2017, there were an estimated 8.4 billion internet-enabled thermostats, cameras, streetlights and other electronics. By 2020 that number could exceed 20 billion, and by 2030 there could be 500 billion or more. Because they'll all be on

When Big Data meets Blockchain

Sep 12, 2019

Big Data has been the driving force behind the evolution we've been following in Data Science, Machine Learning and IA over the last decade. It's hard to imagine a company that is not yet adopting or thinking of adopting a Big Data solution to leverage business and generate insights. Now another tec

Telegram blockchain may have Ethereum compatibility

Sep 05, 2019

According to a technology startup that develops tools for Ethereum (ETH), the Telegram Blockchain (TON) will be compatible with Ethereum Blockchain. The flagship network of “Telegram Open Network (TON)” was expected to be launched on Sunday (31) allowing users to test their designs. How

Bitcoin begins to be accepted in the insurance market

Aug 28, 2019

Since last year, we have seen a huge growth in the popularity of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Despite the recognition that the currency has gained recently, one of the biggest challenges has been the adoption of these features as a bargaining chip, that is, they are actually used to pay for p

Blockchain and AI

Aug 22, 2019

Artificial intelligence and blockchain are the two major technologies that lead the innovation and change almost every industry from automotive to healthcare. Eventually the question pops up: what happens in their intersection? Let’s explore the benefits of the synergy between AI and blockchai

Blockchain: What are the main applications

Aug 12, 2019

It was 2008 when the idea of bitcoin, criptomoeda used for virtual transactions, was published on the internet. But for it to be usable, a basis was needed to avoid undue duplication of digital money. Therefore, the very founder of the coin, identified on the internet only as Satoshi Nakamoto,

China will have smart city moved to blockchain

Jun 21, 2019

A joint venture between Wanxiang, China's largest automotive component maker and Platon, a blockchain solution company, will create a smart city in Hangzhou. The completion of the project is planned for 2025 and the space is designed to house 90,000 residents. Wanxiang Innova City will occupy an are

IBM, KPMG, Merck and Walmart team up to test blockchain in drug supply chain

Jun 17, 2019

IBM announced its latest blockchain initiative on Thursday. The company teamed up with KPMG, Pharma Merk and retail giant Walmart to build a block-block health care supply chain pilot. The four companies want to find a solution to track certain drugs as they go through their supply chain. IBM is ac

Gartner: Blockchain technology used by companies may become obsolete in 18 months

Jun 03, 2019

Research firm Gartner has warned that 90 percent of the blockchain technology used by enterprises will need to be replaced in the next 18 months, ITPro technology site reported on June 3. The company's senior research director Adrian Lee said that the fragmented nature of the industry means that th

For CFOs, Blockchain and crypto-coins will require team specialization

May 27, 2019

Digital transformation has already reached all sectors of the economy, including the financial market. Since the rise and strength of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, experts have been discussing what future business will look like and how it impacts businesses. In a recent survey by Robert Half, 5

Blockchain, the worldwide tamper-evident database

May 24, 2019

Since its inception, Blockchain technology has been gaining more and more space in large financial companies and even governments around the world. Major entrepreneurs and investors are turning to Blockchain technology to bring more agility and security to their business. This system is completely

The world's largest blockchain financial services network emerges

May 21, 2019

Platform Calastone migrated its support for distributed network. There will be 1800 clients in 41 countries with integrated real-time blockchain financial services Calastone, the global leader in multi-fund investment management, is putting the world's largest financial services community via block