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Education
Blockchain and Education: A Big Idea in Need of Bigger Thinking
Can blockchain technology have a real impact on education certification? CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson argues that it can, if the scope is wide enough.
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By Noelle Acheson
Aug 14, 2017 at 8:45 a.m. UTC
Aug 14, 2017
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Sony
Markets
Education
Sony and IBM Team to Secure Education Data with Blockchain
Sony has developed a new educational platform that uses IBM Blockchain to secure and share student records.
Sony
By Stan Higgins
Aug 9, 2017 at 12:33 p.m. UTC
Aug 9, 2017
EducationIBMNewsSonyData Sharinguse-cases-verticalsbusiness news
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Markets
Education
To the Moon? Blockchain's Hiring Crunch Could Last Years
The world may be buzzing about blockchain and its recent influx of ICO-based capital, but a lack of skilled developers threatens to hold up growth.
clock, work
By Sid Kalla
Jul 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. UTC
Jul 16, 2017
EducationDevelopersUniversitystartupsEthereumsmart contractsEmploymentFeaturesbusiness news
Kindergarten
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Education
New York Preschools Accept Bitcoin and Ether for Tuition Payments
Two private preschools in New York City now allow parents to pay for tuition with bitcoin, ether and litecoin.
Kindergarten
By Stan Higgins
Jun 28, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. UTC
Jun 28, 2017
EducationpaymentsNew YorkMerchantsNewsMontessori Schools
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Education
Blockchain in France: A Primer on an Emerging Market
A startup founder gives an overview of the French blockchain scene, arguing that now is the time to take official engagement to the next level.
Louvre museum, Paris
By Alexandre Stachtchenko
Jun 18, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. UTC
Jun 18, 2017
EducationEuropeFranceRegulationFeatures
Exponential Finance
Markets
Education
Uniting Exponential Tech? Think Tank Event Heralds Blockchain's Bright Future
Singularity University is exploring blockchain as a possible connecting layer between other exponential technologies at its Exponential Finance event.
Exponential Finance
By Michael del Castillo
Jun 7, 2017 at 11:02 p.m. UTC
Jun 7, 2017
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Consensus 2017: Even Academics Can't Keep Pace With Blockchain Change
Universities have a role to play in developing a workforce with blockchain skills, but the rapid pace of innovation brings challenges, academics say.
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By Amy Castor
May 25, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. UTC
May 25, 2017
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Consensus 2017 Day 1 Recap: Collaboration, Education and Patience
CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson recaps a whirlwind day one at Consensus 2017, CoinDesk's New York blockchain conference.
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By Noelle Acheson
May 23, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. UTC
May 23, 2017
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Education
Top US Business Schools Are Racing to Incorporate Blockchain
Top business schools are beginning to compete for blockchain talent amidst what professors say is a changing Wall Street job market.
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By Aaron Stanley
Apr 17, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. UTC
Apr 17, 2017
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africa, school
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Education
How Bitcoin Brought Electricity to a South African School
A system for powering South African schools using bitcoin was demonstrated at a recent event at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
africa, school
By Stan Higgins
Mar 9, 2016 at 9:30 p.m. UTC
Mar 9, 2016
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