Blockchain Technology

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IBM Executive Highlights Block Chain's Utility for Internet of Things
IBM internet of things guru Paul Brody discusses how the block chain could revolutionize large-scale device networks.
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University of Nicosia Issues Block-Chain Verified Certificates
Students completing the University of Nicosia's digital currency course have had their certificates preserved on the block chain.
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IBM Sees Role for Block Chain in Internet of Things
IBM researchers are looking into the possibility of using block chain technology to underpin the Internet of Things.
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Why New Forms of Spam Could Bloat Bitcoin's Block Chain
The block chain has potential uses beyond storing transactions, but could they pose a risk to bitcoin?
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BlockSign Utilises Block Chain to Verify Signed Contracts
BlockSign allows documents to be digitally signed online and preserves a verifiable record in the bitcoin block chain.
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The Case for Merging Mexico's Peso With Block Chain Technology
In Mexico, a team of bitcoin enthusiasts are developing plans for a digital peso.
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Keybase Project Plans to Make Cryptography as Easy as Twitter
Cryptographic keys are confusing to use and proving ownership is tricky, but a solution is in the pipeline.
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Bitcoin: A Means for Global Independence
As America celebrates Independence Day, CoinDesk looks at how cryptocurrencies are building a more independent financial world for everyone.
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DNA Block Chain Project Boosts Research, Preserves Patient Anonymity
Publishing genetic records on a block chain could help researchers design better drugs, while still maintaining patients' privacy.
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How Block Chain Technology Could Usher in Digital Democracy
Could block chains facilitate Internet-based voting? Despite early promise, there are obstacles ahead.
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