Blockchain benefits sustainable food production
Adapting new data technologies may lead to fairer food prices for consumers and producers, by increasing transparency.
Computer Sciences
Jul 8, 2019
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News tagged with blockchain
Libra, Iran and the potential end of cryptocurrencies as we know them
Facebook's new cryptocurrency, libra, is being heralded as the moment that cryptocurrencies and blockchain, the technology that supports them, become truly mainstream. A notable rise in the price of bitcoin and many other ...
Business
Jul 2, 2019
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Facebook's new cryptocurrency won't protect user privacy from the company, expert says
Facebook announced Tuesday (June 18) it will launch a global cryptocurrency called Libra in 2020, alongside the underlying blockchain-based network—a secure, transparent and decentralized digital lender—that will support ...
Business
Jun 19, 2019
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ARCHANGEL: Securing UK national archives with AI and blockchain
The University of Surrey is using its state-of-the-art blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies to secure the digital government records of national archives across the globe—including the UK, Australia and the ...
Security
May 31, 2019
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10 questions about blockchain
What is blockchain, where is it used, and will it become mainstream?
Internet
May 21, 2019
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As bitcoin gyrates, less euphoria in evidence at blockchain gathering
The vibe at a gathering this week for blockchain enthusiasts felt decidedly less exuberant than its predecessor a year ago after dizzying swings in bitcoin.
Business
May 18, 2019
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First international blockchain for science: Bloxberg
Securing scientific information online and worldwide with no risk of manipulation is now possible, thanks to the decentralized blockchain infrastructure Bloxberg.
Computer Sciences
May 13, 2019
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Blockchain can help break the chains of modern slavery, but it is not a complete solution
There's a good chance the device on which you are reading this contains cobalt. It's an essential metal for batteries in phones and laptops. There's also a chance the cobalt was mined by slaves.
Social Sciences
May 2, 2019
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France sees blockchain as anti-monopoly weapon in digital world
France is pushing blockchain technology as a means of preventing finance giants enjoying a monopoly on transactions, Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said Monday.
Internet
Apr 15, 2019
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Privacy 'poisoning' poses threat to companies using blockchain
A new type of cyberattack that can render blockchain technology unusable may become a major headache for organizations that depend on it.
Internet
Apr 10, 2019
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