The post Josh Lawler: Walmart’s Crypto Experiment to Shake the Foundations of the Retail Payment Process. . . and a Whole Lot More written by Josh Lawler appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics by Josh Lawler, In early August 2019, Walmart announced it had published a patent for a methodology for using stable coins and distributed ledger technology to eliminate the need for credit cards, to bank the unbanked, and to provide an entryway into the global economy for the retailer’s two million employees. Walmart’s recent patent filings […] The post Josh Lawler: Walmart’s Crypto Experiment to Shake the Foundations of the Retail Payment Process. . . and a Whole Lot More written by Josh Lawler appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain … [Read More...]
Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality
The post Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality written by Staff Writer appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics While the second half of 2019 has come and we may again face the beginning of a bull rally in the cryptocurrency market. Assessing the possible consequences of «halving» bitcoin, experts differ in their estimates, but no one doubts the upcoming mass adoption. Market Faces Difficulties However, modern problems require modern solutions. If you want […] The post Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality written by Staff Writer appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics [Read More...]
10 Best Python Courses on BitDegree to Learn Online in 2019
Computers hold tremendous significance in the modern world of today. Whether you like it or not, PC’s have taken over almost every aspect of our lives – its’ importance cannot be denied in the corporate or business world, workplaces or our daily activities. On the other hand, computers would not have such an impact if it wasn’t for programming languages. Programming languages are very valuable because they define the relationship between the person who is programming and the machine. PC programmers have a full understanding of how and why computer systems work. What is also important, is that they know what to expect from the system and are its limitations. Knowing the limits can be crucial when you try to maximize the use of applications you’re working … [Read More...]
Warning Issued After Malware Is Found To Have Hijacked Bitcoin Blockchain – Forbes
Warning Issued After Malware Is Found To Have Hijacked Bitcoin Blockchain ForbesBitcoin’s blockchain has been hijacked by a new strain of the Glupteba malware that uses the network to resist attacks, cyber security researchers have warned… [Read More...]
Best Place to Learn Python: 10 Best Websites to Learn Python
To begin explaining what is the best place to learn Python on we need to understand that the current world we know would not be the same if it was not for the advanced computer systems that have been developed by talented programmers over the last decades. Computer programming plays a huge role when it comes to enhancing our daily life, automating processes, helps to calculate and manage all kinds of data. The current cutting edge technologies like artificial intelligence, voice recognition, and other kinds of sophisticated automation exist only because of the programming languages. While many languages can bring significant benefits, some elevate itself above the others. One of the most universal and best programming languages to learn out there is Python. Python programming language is … [Read More...]
Research: Blockchain Technology to Be Standardized by 2021 – Cointelegraph
Research: Blockchain Technology to Be Standardized by 2021 CointelegraphAmerican business and financial services company Moody’s recent research report predicts that blockchain technology will probably be standardized by 2021. [Read More...]
Why is interoperability important in blockchain?
Why is interoperability important in blockchain? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by IBM Blockchain, providing blockchain solutions, services and expertise, on Quora: Jerry Cuomo, IBM Fellow and Vice President Blockchain Technologies: Why is interoperability important in blockchain? […] The post Why is interoperability important in blockchain? appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog. [Read More...]
How to outsmart crypto thieves with blockchain-based security
Over the past several years, digital intruders have stolen millions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency. Some crypto exchanges have been hit multiple times; some even went bankrupt. Last year’s series of record-setting hacks seems to indicate that crypto exchanges have a long way to go when it comes to protecting their clients’ digital assets. IBM […] The post How to outsmart crypto thieves with blockchain-based security appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog. [Read More...]
Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches?
Another day, another catastrophic data breach. ; This time it’s medical records in Singapore, where I live. ; At this stage we’re almost immune to this kind of headline: Cyberattack on Singapore health database steals details of 1.5 million, including Prime Minister (Reuters) But this is quite bad. ; ;Eileen Yu noted in her piece for ZDNet (my emphasis): … Continue reading Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches? The post Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches? appeared first on Bits on Blocks. [Read More...]
Banking When the Bank is Shut – Token Maximalism
In this post I describe why freeing financial assets from the books of custodians and returning control of them to their owners could create significant benefits to an economy. This brings together concepts from traditional finance, cryptocurrencies, and enterprise blockchains. The post Banking When the Bank is Shut – Token Maximalism appeared first on Bits on Blocks. [Read More...]
Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform
The post Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics Swiss-based blockchain fintech company Jibrel Network, a blockchain-based fintech company has just launched Jibrel.com — a new regulated blockchain-powered private financing platform. It was recently accepted into the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) RegLab cohort in the UAE and the words of Yazan Barghuthi, Jibrel’s co-founder and CEO: “We are excited to be launching a vertically […] The post Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics [Read More...]
Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma
The post Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Swiss investment firm Pangea Blockchain Fund have invested some 4 million euro into a Slovenian startup called Eligma this week. The startup has received plenty of international attention on the blockchain scene and started its innovation path with a public crowd sale in 2018. Roger Ver, Executive Chairman of Bitcoin.com […] The post Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – … [Read More...]
Antivirus Definition: How Does Antivirus Software Work?
For the majority of the time since we ever laid our hands on a computer that is connected to the internet, we started hearing that we need an antivirus system to protect it. Not everyone has a better understanding of the basics of internet safety measures and does not separate malicious links from safe ones, therefore, a silent guardian in the background of your computer system is more needed than ever. It is crucial even for the people who follow the best practices of internet safety and do not click on links or suspicious attachments or do not visit sites that do not look trustworthy to have a safety provider. Even though you browse the internet safely, do not think that antivirus software sits there in the … [Read More...]
Best Internet Security: Understanding and Choosing the Best One
The information technology has peaked to new heights and that only means that the protection of our home and work-related computers has to improve just the same. The threats of the internet can come in various forms – viruses, spyware, and malicious files that are created by hackers. Choosing the best internet security to protect your personal information might be overwhelming when you are not a computer science expert yourself. The internet is a dangerous place that will consume anyone who is not willing to set a defensive system around his actions. It is important to mark out that internet security is a branch of the whole computer security thing and it only deals only with the menaces that are internet-based. The main threats can … [Read More...]
World’s ‘First’ Blockchain Smartphone to Become Available in New Market – Cointelegraph
World’s ‘First’ Blockchain Smartphone to Become Available in New Market CointelegraphFinney, the world’s purportedly first blockchain-enabled smartphone, will soon be available for purchase in Bangladesh. According to a report by local … [Read More...]
Crypto and Blockchain Adoption Grows: 5 Important Developments Sept. 2–8 – Cointelegraph
Crypto and Blockchain Adoption Grows: 5 Important Developments Sept. 2–8 CointelegraphAdoption is critical for the success of the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries. Here are five examples of developments that could spur adoption from last… [Read More...]
IBM and Travelport bringing AI and blockchain innovations to market
At Travelport, we play a critical role in the travel ecosystem, working alongside suppliers and providers to ultimately deliver memorable, exciting travel experiences. Through our strategic technology partnerships, we navigate the complexities impacting our customers and simplify the major burdens that are slowing down our travel industry. With IBM, we’re combining our established infrastructure, deep […] The post IBM and Travelport bringing AI and blockchain innovations to market appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog. [Read More...]
Looking at how the next ten years of blockchain can change lives
In 1973, the U.S. Department of Defense sought a solution to locate its military units, operations, and targets anywhere on the planet. By the beginning of the 1980s, 24 satellites in orbit became what today we know as GPS. Today we use the Global Positioning System everywhere! Cars, phones and multiple devices use a solution […] The post Looking at how the next ten years of blockchain can change lives appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog. [Read More...]
What is Blockchain?
Yesterday I did an recording where the interviewer asked me a simple question – what is blockchain? This got me thinking – I had no go-to answer for this. People use this word to cover a wide range of networks and platforms, and some platforms such as R3’s Corda (Note: I work at R3) are … Continue reading What is Blockchain? The post What is Blockchain? appeared first on Bits on Blocks. [Read More...]
Bitcoin’s payments are not peer-to-peer!
In this post I articulate what a peer-to-peer transaction is, why Bitcoin transactions are not peer-to-peer, and why it is important to understand the differences clearly. The post Bitcoin’s payments are not peer-to-peer! appeared first on Bits on Blocks. [Read More...]