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    	<title>Blockchain, What is it and How Does It Work?</title>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ken Karlo, Staff]]></dc:creator>
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			<atom:name>Ken Karlo, Staff</atom:name>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2018 04:44:17 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>A simple way to define Blockchain is as a form of technology that allows the secure, transparent, and fast exchange of digital</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Piggyback to the 1900s when the internet was just a bunch of dots or computers that could hardly transfer a couple of bytes simultaneously. Now, you can conveniently use the internet from anywhere you are, without even a wire being connected to your device. For that to have happened, there was a paradigm shift.<br /><br />The thing about paradigms is that you never know what they did when they were invented, or why they were created in the first place. We need the foresight to understand what this paradigm does for everyone truly. That foresight is what we need with the Blockchain technology.</p>
<h2>That said, What is Blockchain?</h2>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/317853-blockchain-technology.jpg" alt="What is Blockchain Technology" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img> <small>Source: substance.etsmtl.ca</small></p>
<p>Long before banks and banking services were introduced, a lot of people were already involved in the payment for products and services. When banks were introduced, it was seen as a streamlined way of carrying out transactions. But that wasn’t enough! Well, <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.coindesk.com/information/how-blockchain-technology-change-finance" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">blockchain came to change</a> that.<br /><br />A simple way to see <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Blockchain</a> is as a form of technology that allows the secure, transparent, and fast exchange of digital currencies and properties in a decentralized way with the use of cryptography.<br /><br />A blockchain is a block of data that represents an entry in a financial ledger, or records of different transactions. Each of these transactions is signed digitally to make sure it is authentic and that no one can modify it. This way, the existing transactions and the ledger itself containing them can be said to have a high level of integrity.<br /><br />The interesting thing about blockchain is that these digital ledger entries are distributed within an infrastructure or deployment. With these additional layers and nodes in the deployment, a consensus can be reached on the status of any transaction at any time. Plus, they also get copies of the ledger that has been verified and distributed to each of them.</p>
<h2>So, How Does Blockchain Work Exactly?</h2>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/499450-how-blockchain-work.jpg" alt="how blockchain works" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img> <small>Source: Pixabay.com</small></p>
<p>Once a modification to an existing transaction or a completely new transaction enters a blockchain, a majority of the nodes in a blockchain deployment need to execute certain algorithms to verify and evaluate the history of each block that comes in.<br /><br />When a large number of the nodes agree on the validity of the new block of transactions, it is accepted into the ledger and added to the chain of transactions. However, if a majority doesn’t come to a consensus, it is <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.blockchain.com/btc/rejected" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">rejected</a> and cannot be added to the chain.<br /><br />With this model of distributed consensus, blockchain functions as a distributed ledger without having to involve a unifying or central authority in validating transactions.</p>
<h3>To Wrap It Up</h3>
<p>For a long time now, a lot of people have depended on third-parties and intermediaries like banks and other financial institutions when selling properties or carrying out transactions. However, there are instances where these intermediaries don’t have the level of trust some people might be looking for.<br />The Blockchain technology has invented a way for you to carry out transactions in a transparent, secure, and quick manner. Plus, you don’t even need to involve intermediaries.<br />Also, you can make transactions from any part of the world, and even places that financial institutions are difficult to access.</p>
<p>The blockchain is <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/industries-where-bitcoin-may-have-a-future" target="_blank" rel="noopener">revolutionizing many industries</a>. Now, we just have to sit back and see if it stands the test of time.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>The Top 7 Best Blockchain Games (Updated 2020)</title>
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			<atom:name>Ken Karlo Staff, Staff</atom:name>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2018 23:32:47 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>It is little wonder that the gaming industry now finds use on the blockchain platform</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The extensive use of the internet and social media for interactive social games has been explored for various purposes. It is little wonder that the <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/gaming" target="_blank" rel="noopener">gaming industry</a> now finds use on the blockchain platform.</p>
<p>The application of blockchain technology has found its usefulness in some industries. Based on this platform, developers have now created hundreds of interactive top notch games which has witnessed a huge measure of success, <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://playtoearn.net/blockchaingame/blankos-block-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blankos block party</a> is among the best nft games based on the same technology.</p>
<p>Of course, the development of this technology is growing steadily with features like direct interaction with the developers, microtransactions friendly, openness and transparency guaranteed. These are but a few reasons why blockchain-based games are more-gamer friendly and have promising use in the future of the gaming industry in general. </p>
<p>Without much further ado, here are seven blockchain games you will want to play today.</p>
<p> </p>
<h4>List of the games</h4>
<ul>
<li>HunterCoin</li>
<li>Spells of Genesis</li>
<li>Beyond the Void</li>
<li>Ether Quest</li>
<li>EtherWar</li>
<li>CryptoKitties</li>
<li>Cryptage Origins</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="HunterCoin" src="/assets/images/article/huntercoin.png" alt="HunterCoin" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>HunterCoin</h3>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://huntercoin.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HunterCoin</a> is a uniquely cryptographically secured, innovative and interactive, decentralized blockchain based game. This decentralized blockchain based game has been around since 2014.</p>
<p>The HunterCoin game is the world first minable blockchain based game with about 42 million HUC up for mining.  The main feature peculiar to this game is the 80% of the coin are minable in a virtual universe which is in the blockchain platform. </p>
<p>The virtual interactive game is played to collect coin which can be seen through the map. This game has the player vs. interactive player resource where the players have to fight over resources which are on the game.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="Spells of Genesis" src="/assets/images/article/spells-of-genesis.png" alt="Spells of Genesis" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>Spells of Genesis</h3>
<p>This is another equally interactive <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain</a> technology-based game you would like to play. Its virtual city of Askian requires a collection and carefully collected orb built deck to test against various opponents. The game is a combination of card trading and deck collection which is accompanied by strategy and arcade style gaming.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="Beyond the Void" src="/assets/images/article/beyond-the-void.jpg" alt="Beyond the Void" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>Beyond the Void</h3>
<p>The game is a multiplayer based strategy game that was mainly developed for players interested in a multiplayer battle arena sort of game. This is also a fictional strategic game that is run on the Ethereum blockchain platform. The players take control of their battleship and try to take over the enemy planet while defending their planet. </p>
<p>The highly interactive game is a step further in the development of blockchain based games and has many features that will surely make you want to stick to playing. </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="Ether Quest" src="/assets/images/article/etherquest.jpg" alt="Ether Quest" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>Ether Quest</h3>
<p>This is a uniquely created game where characters are trained to increase their value on the market. The Ether Quest game is an Ethereum based game that employs the use of Ether has the internal currency. </p>
<p>The players are required to train their warrior and gain more ether when they battle in the arena. The players can equally sell their warrior in the marketplace for ether if they feel their investment is not yielding enough return.</p>
<p>The developers require players on the platforms to have an account set up with the Metamask.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="EtherWarfare" src="/assets/images/article/etherwarfare.jpeg" alt="EtherWarfare" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>EtherWarfare</h3>
<p>This game was created based on a medieval setting. The competitive settings go head to head against one another to collect valuable gear in the changing digital ecosystem. This game also includes a marketplace where players can buy and sett items they are not in need of. The platform uses the ethereum technology platform and trades using ether. </p>
<p>The developers of this game constantly add new and interactive events to the game which makes the game even more interesting as there are new challenges to be interacted with.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="CryptoKitties" src="/assets/images/article/cryptokitties.png" alt="CryptoKitties" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>CryptoKitties</h3>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.cryptokitties.co/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CryptoKitties</a> is a uniquely created game where players breed unique featured kittens then sell them off in the marketplace using the ether. The different players can reach out to each other to cross breed kittens to create new and unique kittens on an agreed price. </p>
<p>For players to be eligible on this platform for any sort of transaction, there has to be a set-up account with the Metamask platform.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  title="Cryptage Origins" src="/assets/images/article/cryptage-origins.png" alt="Cryptage Origins" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h3>Cryptage Origins</h3>
<p>This is a next-generation blockchain based idle game. It is a single player decentralized game that installs you as the custodian of a crypto venture which is developed by collecting certain artifacts and in-game assets.</p>
<p>The marketplace in the game allows you to buy things you need and sell things you no more require using cryptocurrencies.</p>
<p> </p>
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
<p>The games mentioned above are part of the larger amount of games that are based on the <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain technology</a>. They are still developing, but they are equally interactive in every way. The future of the online gaming industry and gaming, in general, is predictably going to be on the decentralized network</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>The MPCX Platform presents the digital wealth management platform</title>
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    	<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:11:09 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>At MPCX, the core team has been focused on transparency and diversification</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>MPCX platform combines advanced technology and market expertise</h2>
<p>

















    At <a href="https://mpcx.co" target="_blank">MPCX</a>, the core team has been focused on transparency and diversification. Both are keys to the success of prolific management. We appreciated the technical documentation of the MPCX Platform that they
    assign fundamental importance to both. For diversification, a range of indexed products has been developed; and for transparency, it has been chosen to <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank">operate on the blockchain network</a>; taking full advantage of the possibilities provided by new technologies
    combined with the experience obtained in the design, treatment, and sales of indexed products.


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    The combination of both sides results in a hybrid market that mixes the strengths of blockchain tech &amp; traditional markets. This step should ensure the long-term growth of the platform and users base interested in successful investment and communication
    with high profile investors. In this line, the MPCX Platform is presented, taking the tokenization of new indexed products to the global universe of cryptocurrencies and <a href="https://etherscan.io/token/0x87f0e615ab8e7d5da906036b7efdd5af5ff6a9b7" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">tokens</a>.</p>
<p>
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<blockquote>“we will create a blockchain driven decentralized ecosystem to manage innovative investors' portfolios of crypto assets. the MPCX Platform Web. ”


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    To tokenize the whole ecosystem which we will describe below, several phases have been devised consisting of the processes necessary to inaugurate a new ecosystem of negotiation around the cryptocurrencies with more weight in the market.
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    MPCX Indexed Investment Products - Stage One</h2>
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    The complete platform will offer an enormous range of possibilities when fully developed. Together, it will make all the following cryptographic services available in one place:




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<p>

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<ul>
    <li><span>Fully
digital client onboarding to reduce costs and provide clients' with a
user-friendly service.</span></li>
    <li><a href="https://mpcx.co/exchdemo" target="_blank">Digital cryptocurrency exchange&nbsp;</a>for the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market cap.</li>
    <li>Crypto payments, transactions, and banking solutions.</li>
    <li>Custody and wallet solutions to provide secure safekeeping of client funds.</li>
    <li><a href="https://mpcx.co/firststage#popup:youtubevideo9" target="_blank">Three investable crypto indices</a>, a crypto AI fund, crypto ETNs, and ICOs.</li>
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        The MPCX Platform Trading Solutions will offer full access to the product platform, arbitrage system, a trading terminal, and reporting.</li>
    <li><span>A digital wealth management platform will offer <i>roboadvisory
</i>through its "<a href="https://mpcx.co/firststage#popup:youtubevideo2" target="_blank">Digital Smart Investment Mandate</a>"
which will deliver automatic portfolio rebalancing, crypto lending strategies,
and reporting.</span></li>
    <li>MPCX's ICO promotion and research platform will offer the two levels of access to ICOs with full industry coverage.</li>
    <li>MPCX's crypto lending platform which includes borrower scoring and will match loans with lenders' potential.<span><br></span></li>
</ul>
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    During the first stage of the final ecosystem to be developed, several unique Digital Wealth Management (DWM) tokens are offered that were created internally for innovative investors. By creating three cryptographic investment indices, they will provide
    investors with a solution to increase the diversification, efficiency, and returns of their portfolio. The three indices presented are:




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    <strong>CLT</strong>: It is the index that includes the ten leading cryptocurrencies (by market capitalization).
    <br>
    <strong>M20T</strong>: The second range of the products is made up of the following 20 in market capitalization.
    <br>
    <strong>SBCI</strong>: Smart Beta factor Crypto Index is the most special; it runs on an AI algorithm.
    <br> Smart contract drove roboadvisory <a href="https://youtu.be/WTT1r27MUL4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">AI computer protocol (DSIM)</a></p>
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    Without any bit of doubt, a whole menu within the trading platform. The digitization, automation, and management of governance are beginning to happen. Governance is the killer app of Ethereum; in this line, we can observe events that consolidate these
    forecasts. Digitization and adaptability of ecosystems for traceability, systems resistant to censorship with gateways for electronic commerce, voting on boards of directors endorsed by the security of the chain of blocks and multiple applications.




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    The innovation in automation and governance presented by MPCX Platform focuses on specific intelligent orders. Automated orders based on the parameters assigned by the creator of the order (mandate). This type of smart mandates (orders) for digital investments
    is called DSIM. The DSIM orders refer to the “Digital Smart Investment Mandate”.</p>
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    Combining DSIM orders and the MPCX Platform <a href="https://youtu.be/AFS0ERvEhK0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">indexed products</a> open the door to another level of investment. The execution of purchase and sale with cryptographic indices will
    be done through smart contracts as follows:</p>
<p></p>
<ul>
    <li>Smart contract receives subscription order</li>
    <li>A client verification</li>
    <li>NAV computed</li>
    <li>Smart contract execution according to code Order settlement












    </li>
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The keys of the DSIM system</h2><p>


















The protocol processes all customer information and creates
an appropriate digital investment strategy in the context of the customer's
overall digital financial plan. Therefore, once the historical data has been
collected, it implements this plan calculated according to the code offered by
the wallet based on investment risk tolerance and other relevant factors.




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Factors include risk tolerance, investment objectives,
horizon, liquidity needs, and the user's general cryptographic wealth creation
objectives. DSIM will facilitate automated tracking of a target during periods
of market disruptions and panic. In this way, errors that are caused by fear or
uncontrolled euphoria are avoided.</p><p>


















This system has been designed to prevent emotions and
automatic responses that can lead to less prudent actions. This offers to
automate the desired objective, and if desired, the users combine it with the
indexed products of the platform, seeking the highest profitability in the
management of their digital portfolio.
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Road to improved profitability with the MPCX
platform and <a href="https://etherscan.io/token/0x87f0e615ab8e7d5da906036b7efdd5af5ff6a9b7" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">XDMC token</a></h2><p>At MPCX, they have opted for a philosophy of
diversification and transparency. Both are key to the functioning of prolific
and successful management. We appreciate in the technical documentation of the MPCX Platform that they
assign fundamental importance to both. For diversification, a range of indexed
products has been designed, and for transparency, it has been chosen to operate
on the blockchain network; making the most of the possibilities of new
technologies together with the experience obtained in the design, processing,
and sale of indexed products.




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The combination of both sides results in a hybrid market
that combines the strengths of blockchain technology and traditional markets.
This step should ensure the long-term growth of the platform and user base
interested in successful medium and high profile investments.
</p><p>



















The XDMC token is a utility token developed under the ERC20
standard on the Ethereum network. At the moment, creation of the token has
already been accomplished. The maximum total emission is <strong>999,950,416 XDMC</strong>. This will be the gas that moves the blockchain-based
financial services platform engine to manage cryptographic digital heritage.








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For more information and a glimpse of the details of the
project, we recommend visiting the website and official links to social
networks.</p><p><br></p><p>
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<strong>Official links to the MPCX platform</strong></p><p>Web - <a href="https://mpcx.co" target="_blank">Mpcx.co</a><br>
Github - <a href="https://github.com/MPCXPlatformLTD" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Github.com/MPCXPlatformLTD </a><br>
Telegram - <a href="https://T.me/MPCXPlatfromCommunity" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">T.me/MPCXPlatfromCommunity</a>&nbsp;<br>
Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/MPCXPlatform" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Twitter.com/MPCXPlatform </a><br>
Medium - <a href="https://medium.com/@mpcxplatform" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Medium.com/@mpcxplatform </a><br>
Youtube
-&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/channel/UCJrgPLexmtA4hA6ux5GTpQQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Youtube.com/channel/UCJrgPLexmtA4hA6ux5GTpQQ</a></p><p>




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    	<title>Lottery Powered by Smart Contracts, Provably fair and Cryptographically Secured</title>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Guest Post, Staff]]></dc:creator>
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    	<description>This Ethereum smart contract-based lottery game is quite different from the other known lottery platforms</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Risk takers and people who know how to analyze trends are the ones who get the best out of life. That said, there is a lot of platforms through which you can go further than the people around you think.</p>
<p>One of such platforms through which you could get an open chance is the Ethex bet platform.</p>
<h2>What Is Ethex.Bet All About?</h2>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/article/07274-lottery-by-smart-contracts-cryptographically-fair.jpg" alt="Lottery Powered by Smart Contracts, Provably fair and Cryptographically Secured" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<p>Ethex bet is a blockchain-based platform that provides lottery games on its decentralized platform. This <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://ethex.bet/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethereum smart contract-based lottery</a> game is quite different from the other known lottery platforms. Aside from the fact that it provides more opportunities for players to win, it is also being backed and secured using the <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain technology</a>.</p>
<p>On this platform, you can win by simply guessing the upcoming hashed block on the Ethereum platform. Playing this game is as simple as that, just guess the symbol of the hash block coming, and you are the winner. Here, there is no harassment nor doubt but full transparency and openness.</p>
<p>The Ethex bet has implemented the Ethereum blockchain to make this platform a straight forward platform for fairness and secured game.</p>
<h2>Using Ethex Bet</h2>
<p>Unlike other platforms, you do not need to deposit any form of fiat currency nor sign up. All you need to do is have your <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/ethereum" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethereum</a> balance ready through your Metamask or online Coinbase wallet. This promotes anonymity while playing the game. You do not have to worry about who is also in the same game as you are. Your identity is secured and unrevealed.</p>
<h2>System Requirements </h2>
<p>To enjoy the Ethex bet platform from your convenience using the Metamask(windows, macOS):</p>
<p>First, you would have to download and start the installation process of the Metamask. Search through the internet to install the <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://metamask.io" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Metamask</a> installation kit.</p>
<p>Next, allow the extension on your browser. This prompts you to sign in to your Metamask account.</p>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/article/7965274-lottery-by-smart-contracts-cryptographically-fair.jpg" alt="Lottery Powered by Smart Contracts, Provably fair and Cryptographically Secured" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<p>Once that’s done, through your computer browser, open the <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://ethex.bet/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ethex bet official website</a> and enjoy your winnings and extensive bonuses.</p>
<p>However, playing using the iOS or the Android platform requires your online <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://wallet.coinbase.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Coinbase wallet</a>.</p>
<p>Here are the steps required to set this up</p>
<ul>
<li>Navigate to Google Play (for Android) or the Apple store (for the iPhone) and download the Coinbase wallet for your perusal.</li>
<li>After that, you would be required to create a wallet on the downloaded Coinbase platform. You could also choose to import your already created account or seed into the downloaded Coinbase platform.</li>
<li>Next, you are required to visit the Ethex bet official website in the decentralized application tab.</li>
<li>Enjoy the very best for betting and bonuses as you play your favorite betting game and win big</li>
</ul>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/article/5407274-lottery-by-smart-contracts-cryptographically-fair.jpg" alt="Lottery Powered by Smart Contracts, Provably fair and Cryptographically Secured" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<h2>Ethex Bet Working Mechanism</h2>
<p>The Ethex bet platform is one of the platforms on the blockchain that innovatively thinks through the whole process from the beginning of a player’s betting experience until when they leave. It is a mind-blowing and completely revolutionary lottery application.</p>
<p>On this platform, you are required to guess the last six number of the next block hash, which is being generated right after the transaction is completed.</p>
<p>Interested users are asked to choose between one to six symbols which are then used to fill up even or odd letters and numbers. There are different ways through which these combinations can come out. It is very rare to have two players come up with the same combination.</p>
<p>You could also choose to allow the cells meant to be filled very blank. The more you are getting close to the correct target, the higher your reward is going to get.</p>
<p>Buttons like Random, Frequent or Rare can be used to select a collection of combinations. These are usually made up of symbols that are automatically arranged to fill in these numbers. They are following the way the hex combinations are to appear.</p>
<p>Following the filling of spaces activities, you can then proceed to place a stake on your bet. A minimum amount is usually required. You can stake as high as you would like with your Ethereum. You cannot, however, stake lower than 0.01 Eth.</p>
<p>After you must have inputted your desired amount for the stake, your bet is ready to be placed. Hit the ‘place your bet’ button and confirm your transaction. Then take your winnings.</p>
<h2>Useful Tips On Winning On Ethex Bet</h2>
<p>There is a different level of winning chances as it concerns different platforms. This is due to the development team and the inputted infrastructure. The gaming structure and platform used determines the winning chances allowed on these lotteries.</p>
<p>Playing on Ethex bet gives you a high winning chance as it is developed using the blockchain technology.</p>
<p>This platform also gives you flexibility in choosing how to bet. You can decide to choose any letter, odd or even number. Your choice could likely be the key combination of winning that big bet and bonuses.</p>
<p>When you place a bet, and you pick a letter option, if the hex figures have a letter in the combination, you are automatically a winner.</p>
<p>On the Ethex bet platform, the more the symbols you can pick, the higher your chances at landing that big reward.</p>
<h2>Superprize And Jackpots</h2>
<p><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="https://i.imgur.com/F4LPxX9.jpg" alt="Lottery Powered by Smart Contracts, Provably fair and Cryptographically Secured" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></p>
<p>Various jackpots are being offered on the Ethex bet platform. There are four distinct types of jackpots option</p>
<ul>
<li>Seasonal jackpot</li>
<li>Monthly jackpot</li>
<li>Weekly jackpot</li>
<li>Daily jackpot</li>
</ul>
<p>There is just one chance at the Superprize. Here, your selected combination is automatically added into the jackpot draw if you were not fortunate to win while you placed your bet.</p>
<h2>Final Thoughts</h2>
<p>When it comes to revolutionary and highly innovative ideas on the blockchain technology, Ethex bet is rated high with the other highly rated blockchain technology-based platform.</p>
<p>Uniquely, the Ethex bet platform allows you to win daily. Utilizing the blockchain technology as its core technology and the Ethereum smart contract, you can trust the transparency and openness of the platform.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>Rise, Fall, and Maturity. What to Expect from Blockchain Market?</title>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Simon Sergeev, Contributor]]></dc:creator>
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			<atom:name>Simon Sergeev, Contributor</atom:name>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 00:11:33 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>Blockchain market appeared with Bitcoin cryptocurrency in 2008. Blockchain being used for financial services from the very beginni</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Blockchain market valued approximately $242.4M in 2016, $708M in 2017, and $1.2B in 2018. Statista analysts claim that it will be almost doubled every next year until 2023: $2.2B in 2019, $3.9B in 2020, $7B in 2021, $12.7B in 2022, $23.3B in 2023. According to forecasts by Grandviewresearch and WinterGreen, the market will reach $60.7 billion in 2024. This article represents the point of Pacific Project team and not a bit of investment advice, you can visit their website <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="http://pacific.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/529124-market size.jpg" alt="Blockchain technology market size by type in 2015–2025" width="496" height="214" ></amp-img> <small>Blockchain technology market size by type in 2015–2025, USD (Grandviewresearch). No tripled growth in 2024.</small></p>
<p> </p>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/967874-blockchain-market-forecast.png" alt="The growth is also smoother than Statista’s analysts expect." width="512" height="341" ></amp-img> <small><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.ibm.com/downloads/cas/PPRR983X" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">IBM, WinterGreen</a>. The growth is also smoother than Statista’s analysts expect.</small></p>
<p> </p>
<h2>Segmentation</h2>
<p>The <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/category/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain market</a> appeared with <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/category/bitcoin" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bitcoin cryptocurrency</a> in 2008. Blockchain is used for financial services from the very beginning, and that segment is still way closer to mass adoption than any other. But still, 6 other industries using blockchain are adopting it fast also.</p>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/832172-finance-service.png" alt="Financial services" width="508" height="463" ></amp-img> <small>Financial services are going far ahead in <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/blockchain?src=hashtag_click" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">#blockchain</a> adoption than other industries (PwC survey, 2018)</small></p>
<p> </p>
<p class="text-center"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/337945-pie-chart-blockchain.jpg" alt="Europe #blockchain tech market" width="502" height="207" ></amp-img> <small>Europe <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/blockchain?src=hashtag_click" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">#blockchain</a> tech market share by end-use (Grandviewresearch, 2018)</small></p>
<p> </p>
<h2>Fast Growing Verticals</h2>
<p>The faster a niche starts to be fulfilled, the sooner it comes to maturity. Thus, we can expect the first reach of maturity (and first deaths) from pioneers.</p>
<p>The following verticals finished the first wave of evolving, left the valley of disappointment and ready to maturity:</p>
<ul>
<li>Financial services: cryptocurrencies, banking, global transfers, online shopping, asset management services</li>
<li>Manufacturing: materials tracing, items tracing, anticounterfeiting, logistics</li>
</ul>
<p>These verticals are at the end of the first wave and close or already into the valley of disappointment:</p>
<ul>
<li>Energy &amp; utilities</li>
<li>Healthcare</li>
<li>Government: regtech, voting, officials work automation</li>
<li>Retail</li>
<li>Entertainment &amp; media: Gambling, Gaming, and Content first</li>
<li>IoT</li>
<li>Real Estate</li>
</ul>
<h2><br />Promising Regions: not Africa yet</h2>
<p>“Financial inclusion,” is a major buzzword towards sub-Saharan Africa today. According to many reports, the region is very promising because of 1.7 billions of unbanked there. However, there are infrastructural and political obstacles for <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/creating-bridges-between-kenya-and-the-blockchain-economy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain adoption</a> in the region. Example. Good news is that financially active citizens in Africa are ready to adopt digital economy technologies for daily needs (source).</p>
<p>Way more promising places are the ones facing 2 key requirements:</p>
<ol>
<li>Well-developed telecom infrastructure, and</li>
<li>Many foreign low-income workers from developing countries in Africa and Asia.</li>
</ol>
<p>Taxi drivers, truck drivers, builders, waiters, cooks, barbers, baby sitters, housekeepers, and many others are working in big cities and have a need to transfer money to their families in a very cheap way, better for free.</p>
<p>Here is the list of biggest hubs attracting foreign workers. We don’t include here Chinese megacities because of the government policy towards IT service providers from other countries.</p>
<ul>
<li>New York, US: 38%</li>
<li>Moscow and Saint Petersburg, the biggest 2 cities in Russia: 13.1+5.3M citizens, around 32M foreign workers in the country (2018), no data on foreign workers in Moscow and Spb</li>
<li>London, UK: 3.4 million foreign-born people in 2017</li>
<li>Istanbul, Turkey: no data found, but definitely <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/accountants-complain-of-illegal-foreign-workers-23915" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">hundreds of thousands of people</a></li>
<li>Berlin, Germany: 3.5M, 621k from 190 countries (<a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Berlin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Wikipedia</a>)</li>
<li>Madrid, Spain: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://ec.europa.eu/eures/main.jsp?catId=449&amp;acro=lmi&amp;lang=en&amp;countryId=ES&amp;regionId=ES3&amp;nuts2Code=ES30&amp;nuts3Code=null&amp;regionName=Comunidad%20de%20Madrid" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">12.55%</a> or <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immigration_to_Spain#Major_immigration" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">12.8%</a></li>
<li>Rome, Italy: no data for Rome exactly, but 5 million foreign nationals legally residing in Italy plus around 0.5M illegal foreign workers</li>
<li>Paris, France: no data, but the total population in France grows thanks to immigrants</li>
</ul>
<p>Other megacities like Mumbai, Manila, Dhaka, Karachi, Tehran, and so on are not on the list because they are much more donors of workers, not acceptors.</p>
<p>"The modern society feels the demand for migrants," ILO Executive Director Kari Tapiola said. "Their number will continue to increase, and our task is to make the migration process more socially and economically favorable. Every migrant should enjoy the same rights as the citizens of the host country," he said</p>
<h3><br />Conclusion</h3>
<p>There will be no other hype or unexpected peaks to the moon like Statista expects in 2024. Apparently, the bigger the market the slower it grows. We tend to agree with experts who forecast a smoother growth.</p>
<p>In the next 5-7 years, blockchain and the cryptocurrency market will reach maturity. Most likely, the shift to maturity of blockchain adoption will happen in 7 industries earlier than in others: financial services, manufacturing, energy &amp; utilities, healthcare, government, retail, entertainment &amp; media. Most likely, financial services will remain the biggest segment.</p>
<p>Sub-Saharan Africa and other regions without well-developed telecom infrastructure can’t be the next frontier for blockchain adoption. Instead, it will be distributed among several hubs in megacities around the world.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ken Karlo, Staff]]></dc:creator>
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    	<pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2019 22:57:27 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>HTC officially launched its latest smartphone that is capable of running and to support the bitcoin network, the EXODUS 1s</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>HTC, the&nbsp;Taiwanese electronics giant has officially launched its latest smartphone&nbsp;that is capable of running and to support the&nbsp;bitcoin network, the <a href="https://www.htcexodus.com/us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">EXODUS 1s</a>,&nbsp;which was <a href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/consumer-electronics-giant-htc-announces-bitcoin-full-node-on-exodus-1s-smartphone" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">announced</a>&nbsp;last May&nbsp;2019.</p><blockquote>Running a&nbsp;full bitcoin network&nbsp;does not mean mining bitcoin.&nbsp; Phil Chen, the chief decentralized officer at HTC said. </blockquote><p>This smartphone also has a built-in <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/hardware-wallet" target="_blank">hardware wallet</a>&nbsp;to help its users stored their <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/cryptocurrency" target="_blank">cryptocurrency</a>&nbsp;assets securely. It appears with 4 GB of RAM and 63 GB of storage and runs on Android Oreo 8.1. This allows its users to install a 400+GB SD card to expand its storage allowing it to&nbsp;cope with the increasing data of the full bitcoin ledger, the bitcoin blockchain.&nbsp;The current size of the full ledger is closing on 250 GB, according to&nbsp;Blockchain&nbsp;chart&nbsp;<a href="https://www.blockchain.com/en/charts/blocks-size" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">block size</a>.&nbsp;</p><blockquote>“Full nodes are the most important ingredient in the resilience of the Bitcoin network and we have lowered the barrier to entry for any person to run a node,” Chen added.</blockquote><p>The smartphone will be available for users in Europe, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE initially, while other regions such as Taiwan, Switzerland, and Germany will be launched at a later date while it's&nbsp;currently not prepared for sale in the U.S.</p><p>Mentioning its price is about&nbsp;$244 (€219) which is&nbsp;lower than the price of HTC's flagship the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theblockcrypto.com/linked/2167/htc-unveiled-its-first-blockchain-phone" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">HTC EXODUS 1</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><em><span style="font-size: 12px;">Featured image via Theusbport.com</span></em></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>Top 8 Blockchain Technology Trends for 2020</title>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Noor Muhammad  Khan, Contributor]]></dc:creator>
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			<atom:name>Noor Muhammad  Khan, Contributor</atom:name>
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    	<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:42:56 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>Blockchain technology is emerging rapidly and businesses around the world have started to adopt it. </description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Blockchain technology is emerging rapidly and businesses around the world have started to adopt it. The reason why it is preferred is hidden in its security, transparency, and efficiency to data storage.</p><h2>Why Use Blockchain Technology?</h2><p><a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/blockchain" target="_blank">Blockchain</a>&nbsp;is using distributed ledger technology. The data is stored on multiple systems instead of on a single central authority. To better <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank">understand the concept of Blockchain technology</a>, we need to know the difference between centralized and decentralized internet.</p><h2>Centralized Internet</h2><p>Centralized internet is the traditional internet that we are using nowadays. In such a system, the data stored on a server is managed by a single authority for example Facebook. The problem is that Facebook can access and control the data of the user at any time.</p><h2>Decentralized Internet</h2><p>Decentralized internetworks are based on distributed ledger technology. In this system, the data is stored on a peer to peer network of systems. No central authority can control the data of users. To hack a decentralized system, a hacker needs to access 51% of computers in the world which is nearly impossible. Hence, we can say decentralized internet is more secure.</p><p>Data security is the reason why businesses are now in favor of blockchain technology and more companies will be using this technology soon. Here are some of the top blockchain technology trends for 2020.</p><h1>Top 8 Blockchain Technology Trends in 2020</h1><p> 
</p><p class="text-center">
	<amp-img src="https://kenkarlo.com/assets/images/blog/781076-blockchain.jpg" layout="responsive" height="500" width="800" alt="Top 8 Blockchain Technology Trends in 2020"></amp-img>
	<small>Source: Forbes.com</small></p><h2>More Demand for Blockchain Experts</h2><p>There will be more demand for blockchain experts in 2020. With the quick adoption of blockchain, we need more blockchain developers and experts. <a href="https://www.upwork.com/press/2018/05/01/q1-2018-skills-index/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Upwork</a>, the famous online freelancing platform, has recently reported an increasing demand for people with “blockchain” skills. If you learn the blockchain and gain some experience in this new technology, it will be very helpful for you in the future.</p><h2>Internet of Things</h2><p>The internet of things is already making our everyday tasks easier. But How blockchain technology will work with the internet of things? Well, blockchain is going to revolutionize the world by combining the Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and distributed ledger technology.</p><p>The main issue with IoT devices is security. We are witnessing the different IoT devices hacking techniques that hackers are using to steal the personal information of users. While using <a href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/how-significant-is-blockchain-in-internet-of-things" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">blockchain technology with IoT</a>, the data will be stored on a distributed ledger. Hence, the data will be more secure and hackproof.</p><h2>Scalable Cryptocurrencies</h2><p>In 2019, many Start-ups jumped into the market of blockchain technology. Many of the start-ups failed to provide users with scalability. Even bitcoin blockchain is not scalable. The transaction speed of Bitcoin is 5 TPS. Which is very low when compared to centralized systems like VISA.</p><p>To provide a higher transaction speed, different companies are utilizing cross-chain and sharding technology. We’ll witness the more scalable blockchain-based projects in 2020. The 3rd Generation of blockchain is struggling to provide the world with a more secure and scalable blockchain. Even the&nbsp;<a href="https://meetnoor.com/4th-generation-blockchain/" target="_blank">4th Generation blockchain</a> is making its way to the market.</p><h2>The Trend of National Cryptocurrencies</h2><p>Let’s be honest, the traditional banking system is no more secure. The hackers are using different tactics to steal the credit card and other personal information. While logging into your account or purchasing products with a card, you are exposing yourself to hackers, who can steal your personal and transaction details.</p><p>To provide the solution for online banking, the governments around the world are focusing on blockchain-based cryptocurrencies. 2020 will be the year of National cryptocurrency adoption. <a href="https://www.loc.gov/law/help/cryptocurrency/world-survey.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Different countries</a>&nbsp;have already introduced their cryptocurrencies.</p><h2>Blockchain for Governments</h2><p>Secure data storage is always been a problem for Governments. The governmental institutes have to store the sensitive information of users and customers. The traditional internet has many flaws when talking about data storage. But blockchain will provide secure data storage for sensitive information.</p><p>The hackers will not be able to access the data stored on a distributed ledger. Different&nbsp;<a href="https://www.computerworld.com/article/3412304/how-governments-around-the-world-are-using-blockchain.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">governments are struggling to adopt the blockchain technology</a> as soon as possible.</p><h2>Blockchain with Big Data</h2><p>Another top blockchain trend for 2020 is the <a href="https://bigdata-madesimple.com/introduction-to-blockchain-technology-and-what-it-means-to-big-data/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">integration of blockchain technology with big dat</a>a. Blockchain is going to revolutionize the robotics industry by resolving the issue with security. Artificial intelligence is here to develop more intelligent machines. But the main issue while utilizing the AI is the security concern. </p><p>The hacker can hack a robot and they can use the robot for an evil purpose. Blockchain technology will help in developing more secure and scalable robots in 2020.</p><h2>Blockchain in Supply chain Management</h2><p>One of the most important applications of <a href="https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2019-05-07-gartner-predicts-90--of-blockchain-based-supply-chain" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">blockchain is Supply chain managemen</a>t. It will help in real-time monitoring and recording of transactions. It will provide more transparency and efficiency to data management.</p><p>The government will be able to track food manufacturing companies more efficiently. Blockchain will make the products traceable from the day of manufacturing to the final delivery to the market.</p><p>Apart from the above blockchain trends, there are numerous blockchain applications available in the market. Blockchain is making our life easier by providing easy and efficient data storage and transfer facility. It will take some time for the blockchain for mass adoption.</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Blockchain is still in its early phase. It will evolve with time as the world is adopting the distributed ledger technology. Considering the worldwide adoption of the blockchain and its apparent benefits of decentralization, security, and high-performance, we'll witness more companies working on blockchain development and adoption in 2020.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2020 00:19:02 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>2020 is the start of a new decade. It marks the gradual development of blockchain technology, leading to more real-world solutions for the world.</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>2019 was an excellent year for <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/articles/top-8-blockchain-technology-trends-for-2020" target="_blank">blockchain technology</a>. It led to the creation of new collaborative projects between blockchain startups and major firms. Various crypto products were launched, major crypto coins survived the bear market, and different blockchain protocols experienced a lot of growth.
</p><p>There was also increased interest in blockchain technology by central banks and governments. One of the best examples is China, which has <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/china-bullish-on-blockchain-xi-jinping-2019-10" rel="nofollow">decided to embrace blockchain technology</a>&nbsp;as a core technology in its development. 2020 is the start of a new decade. It marks the gradual development of blockchain technology, leading to more real-world solutions for the world. This year may mark the turning point for the technology. Here are some of the top trends that are likely to define blockchain technology this year.</p><p><br></p><h2>The Growth of Decentralized Finance</h2>
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	<small>Source: FinanceMagnates.com</small>
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<p>One of the areas that are likely to cause ripples is decentralized finance on the Ethereum blockchain. This is the growth of financial applications, which utilize blockchain technology. The field of decentralized finance is likely to experience more interoperability between various applications launched in previous years.
</p><p>The main driver of growth for decentralized finance will be the benefits it offers. For instance, it reduces transaction speeds in the financial world from days or hours to mere seconds or minutes. Besides that, it lowers the cost of transactions a great deal. The <a href="https://blockonomi.com/what-is-decentralized-finance-defi/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">DeFi applications</a>&nbsp;will most likely gain more access to a wider user base in 2020.</p><p><br></p><h2>China Will Intergrade Blockchain Technology into its Economy</h2>
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	<amp-img src="https://kenkarlo.com/assets/images/blog/413497-china-blockchain.jpg" height="500" width="800" alt="Blockchain  in China" layout="responsive"></amp-img>
	<small>Source:  Cryptonewsz.com</small></p>

<p>One of the biggest developments for blockchain technology in 2020 will be the <a href="http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2019-10/25/c_138503254.htm" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">integration of technology in China's economy</a>. The technology will start to permeate all aspects of life in <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/china" target="_blank">China</a>. This could include things such as a national identification system embedded in the blockchain to the integration of the technology in its financial system. As various benefits such as reduced costs and increased speeds of transactions begin to be realized, many other nations could follow suit. China will definitely play a major role in the blockchain sector. With government support, various blockchain startups could begin moving to China or working with Chinese companies to bring blockchain-powered solutions to the market.</p><p><br></p><h2>Increased Adoption of Stablecoins</h2>
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	<small>Source: Ethex.market</small>
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<p>Many people would like to use <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/cryptocurrency" target="_blank">cryptocurrencies</a>&nbsp;such as <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/bitcoin" target="_blank">Bitcoin</a>. Unfortunately, these coins have proven to be quite volatile. However, a new breed of digital currencies has evolved out of the chaos, stablecoins. To avoid the volatility of cryptocurrencies while still maintaining the benefits of blockchain-powered coins, many people are likely to embrace stablecoins.
</p><p>For instance, <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/articles/libra-cryptocurrency-by-facebook" target="_blank">Facebook Libra</a>&nbsp;plans to launch its stablecoin this year. While most of these coins are still in their initial stages, they are likely to make a huge impact this year. The Libra project has no doubt sparked a lot of interest in stablecoins, and many nations and large corporations are likely to enter the space to avoid being left behind.</p><p><br></p><h2>The integration of Blockchain Technology with Social Media</h2> 
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	<small>Source: Cumanagement.com</small></p>

<p>There are almost 3 billion users of <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/social-media" target="_blank">social media</a>&nbsp;globally. However, social media networks are marred by numerous problems, which could be resolved using blockchain technology. The Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has already <a href="https://twitter.com/jack/status/1204766078468911106" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">said</a>&nbsp;that in the future, the social media network could run on the blockchain. Some of the uses of blockchain technology by twitter could start emerging this year.
</p><p>One of the benefits that blockchain technology could bring for social media users is that they could take back control of their data. For instance, it could ensure that once a user leaves a social media platform, the data is gone forever and cannot be duplicated once it is deleted.</p><p>It will also help to give more to content creators, instead of having a social media platform being in control of the content. This could make users feel more secure about using a social media platform since they will have control over what they view. One of the main challenges will be convincing social media platforms to adopt blockchain technology. This could come voluntarily or due to laws in some nations, as blockchain technology evolves. A good example of the use of blockchain technology in social media is the Brave Browser project. While it is still in its infancy, 2020 is likely going to be another good year for them.</p><p><br></p><h2>Increased Interoperability of Blockchain Networks</h2><p>Various permissioned blockchains have emerged in the past few years. Most of them are quite mature now, and they have working ecosystems. In 2020, there is likely to be increased convergence of these networks. There are already talks going on behind closed doors to improve the interoperability of these platforms. 2020 is going to be the year of cross-blockchain pilot projects.</p><p><br></p><h2>Use of Blockchain Technology in the IoT Sector</h2>
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	<amp-img src="https://kenkarlo.com/assets/images/blog/430064-blockchain-technology-in-the-iot-sector.jpg" height="500" width="800" alt="Blockchain tech in IoT" layout="responsive"></amp-img>
	<small>Source: TheaPopkaVoice.com</small></p>

<p>The <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/iot" target="_blank">IoT</a>&nbsp;market has grown a great deal in the past decade. One of the main challenges facing the sector is security. There are currently <a href="https://ipropertymanagement.com/research/iot-statistics" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">over 26 billion IoT devices in the world</a>, and this has led to increased interest from hackers. In 2020, IoT operators could turn to the blockchain to help secure these devices. Even the US Air Force is currently working on a project to secure their IoT devices using the blockchain.</p><p>One of the main reasons why it is so easy to hack into IoT devices is that they utilize a centralized infrastructure. It makes the IoT market a saturated market for hackers since all they have to do is compromise one centralized point to gain access to the data of millions of users.</p><p>Blockchain technology could prove to be the defining technology for dealing with security challenges facing the IoT sector. For one, its decentralized nature ensures that there is no single point for hackers to compromise an entire IoT network. Besides that, the immutable nature of records stored on the blockchain ensures that it is easier to trace the origin of a hacker. There are already many IoT firms working on <a href="https://www.kaspersky.com/enterprise-security/blockchain-security" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">blockchain-powered security solutions</a>, and a number of them could hit the mass market in 2020.</p><p><br></p><h3>Summary
</h3><p> In general, 2020 is set to be an excellent year for blockchain technology. Those firms that embrace the technology will likely emerge the clear winners in their fields due to the competitive advantages offered by blockchain technology.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>Blockchain In Mobile Application Market</title>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2020 22:31:39 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description> Blockchain stepped into the world of technology? with stunning features that no technology ever had. All these interesting factors about Blockchain made multinational</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If we dig into the past to search for a technology that has become after facing many rejections and questions, then the answer will be Blockchain undoubtedly.&nbsp;<a href="https://kenkarlo.com/articles/industries-where-bitcoin-may-have-a-future" target="_blank">Blockchain stepped into the world of technology</a> with stunning features that no technology ever had. All these interesting factors about Blockchain made multinational companies and several start-ups concentrate on it.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>From being a part of developing cryptocurrencies to emerging as the world’s most-loved technology blockchain has seen many phases meanwhile. But now after looking at its craze in the tech world, we can say with confidence that this technology will become unstoppable.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Along with its popularity, questions also rise why it has become so popular, and what makes it unique from other technologies. For this the answer is simple, security and transparency are two stunning characteristics of blockchain that made it popular.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Change is inevitable and everyone has to accept this fact plan according to the situation. Experts in the tech world are showing a deep interest in intertwining&nbsp;<a href="https://mrbet.me.uk/blockchain-in-sportsbetting/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">blockchain</a> and <a href="https://kenkarlo.com/tags/mobile" target="_blank">mobile applications</a>. Several companies have already launched some applications developed using blockchain and several other industries are looking forward to doing the same.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Designing apps based on this technology is completely new to everyone and to do this it requires immense knowledge in this field. It also needs immense manpower with vast knowledge in this field and experience. The real problem enters here, and it has become very difficult to find experts in this sector. This increased demand for them and created employment people who wish to learn.</p><p>To execute this technology in designing mobile applications needs perfect conditions and tools for the developers to keep them motivated. Creating such conditions also attracts more people to join in this sector.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://acmarket.biz/" target="_blank">ACMarket.biz</a> has developed an infographic to give a detailed description and explain the advantages of <a href="https://acmarket.biz/blockchain-in-mobile-application-market/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Blockchain In The Mobile Application Market</a>.</p><p></p>
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    	<title>How Blockchain Technology Improves Liquidity in the Real Estate Industry?</title>
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    	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Vanessa Jane, Contributor]]></dc:creator>
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    	<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2020 03:41:52 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>Real estate is one of the vastly spread industries which is currently facing a bit of downfall due to the many challenges involved with the business</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Real estate is one of the vastly spread industries which is currently facing a bit of downfall due to the many challenges involved with the business. One of the major challenges among them is “illiquidity”. In the traditional real estate business, the properties and assets such as stocks, bonds, etc, cannot be easily sold or converted into cash. This makes the process long, tedious and ends up in solid loss. This is where “Tokenization” comes into play. Tokenization is set to be the hope for future investors that reduces illiquidity and also many other challenges involved, ensuring a smooth, successful business. The demand and popularity for tokenized assets are rapidly growing by each day, and it is believed to disrupt the real estate industry.</p>
<h2>What is tokenization? How asset tokenization improves liquidity than ever before?</h2>
<p>Tokenization is the process of converting assets into digitized tokens which are sold in exchange for other digital currencies or fiat money. The tokenized assets represent the value of an individual property or a basket of properties. The tokens are backed by <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/top-8-blockchain-technology-trends-for-2020" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain technology</a>, which helps control, secure, verify transactions and completely protect the investor's interest with a chain of blocks coded with <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://searchsecurity.techtarget.com/definition/cryptography" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cryptography</a>.</p>
<p>As mentioned earlier, tokenization helps reduce the problem of illiquidity, by integrating the tokens with high-volume liquidity through fractional ownership and more. To make it easier for you to understand, let me walk you through a small example of how tokenization works.</p>
<p>Say, Person A wants to sell a property but could not find any buyers. And Person B, wants to invest in a property but has minimal funds. Tokenization helps connect them and makes it efficient for both. Person A tokenizes his property and fragments into various shares and fractional ownerships which person B can make use of. The tokens are highly liquid which helps with quick and easier business for both.  This is how tokenization answers the problem of illiquidity. Tokenization also involves several other benefits. Let's take a look at them.</p>
<h2>Benefits of tokenization along with blockchain technology:</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Broad investor base</strong> - With real-world assets, <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.homeguidemyrtlebeach.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">homes for sale in myrtle beach sc</a> it is highly impossible to fraction the ownership of the property or sell a fraction of the property quickly and efficiently. Whereas, with tokenization, comes fractional ownership which opens doors to a broad investor base. Tokenization paves way for new investors to participate in the ownership of a property and widen their investments.</li>
<li><strong>No geographical restrictions</strong> - A blockchain-based tokenization platform removes geographical restrictions and comes with automated KYC/AML verification, which allows global participants to involve and secure transactions can happen anywhere around the world.</li>
<li><strong>Quick settlements</strong> - Tokenization platforms come along with smart contracts that help with instant peer-peer transactions and also allows a 24/7 trading process, which initiates quick settlements.</li>
<li><strong>Easier amplification</strong> - As tokenization is a completely digitized process, it doesn't involve any traditional infrastructure challenges and enables faster, easier fundraising process.</li>
<li><strong>Blockchain ledger</strong> - The blockchain ledger allows store multiple records in the platform for each shareholder such as the share and ratio of profits, voting rights distribution, buyback rights, etc which helps avoid any confusion in the future and enables smooth business. </li>
<li><strong>No involvement from third parties/ transaction fees </strong>- Tokenization allows peer-peer transactions from and to anywhere around the world, which removes third party involvement, thereby eliminating transaction fees and risk factors.</li>
<li><strong>Transparency </strong>- Tokenization enables easier management of asset liabilities and provides transparency to the users. </li>
<li><strong>Regulatory framework</strong> - Tokenization platforms are legally compliant and come with the necessary regulatory framework, which helps with secure, smooth business and blockchain additionally offers immutability which completely protects the investor's data.</li>
</ul>
<p>Thus, tokenization serves as a solution for the many loopholes involved in the real estate business and is set to transform the industry into a whole other phase. Tokenize your property today with a reliable tokenization platform development company such a service like <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.blockchainappfactory.com/real-estate-tokenization" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this</a>, to maximize your profits and benefits, become a real estate pro!</p>
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    	<title>e-Money is Staking on AscendEX</title>
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    	<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2021 22:23:19 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>AscendEX, formerly BitMax, an industry-leading digital asset trading platforms has announced the staking of e-Money (NGM) with an APR of 17% on Mar 23 at 9:00 a.m. EDT</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>e-Money pioneering blockchain sectors first interest bearing stablecoins</em></p>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://bit.ly/3s47C6w" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">AscendEX</a>, formerly <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/bitmax" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BitMax</a>, an industry-leading digital asset trading platform built by Wall Street quant trading veterans, has announced the staking of e-Money (NGM) with an APR of 17% on Mar 23 at 9:00 a.m. EDT.</p>
<p>AscendEX’s innovative staking product allows users to participate in staking and earn rewards directly on the platform. AscendEX aggregates users’ staking interest and delegates assets to trusted validators on their behalf. </p>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="http://bit.ly/3lum4Cn" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">e-Money</a> is a blockchain-based electronic payment system that aims to make digital money transfers more accessible to everyone. The e-Money platform processes transactions with currency-backed stablecoins that are fast, transparent, and fully collateralized. With an interest-bearing mechanism and the support for major currencies at scale, e-Money stablecoins are highly efficient and liquid, giving them a significant advantage over other algorithmic stablecoins in fiat-backed economies. e-Money stablecoins function more like a tokenized bank deposit than a fiat-pegged currency, as it fluctuates based on incurred interest rates.</p>
<p>e-Money currently offers several European currency-backed stablecoins such as the eEUR, the eCHF, and tokens backed by Scandinavian currencies (eNOK, eDKK, and eSEK). e-Money is already working with multiple European banks to hold its stablecoin deposits. The fidelity and transparency of e-Money stablecoins will be ensured by Ernst &amp; Young providing quarterly Proof of Funds.</p>
<p>e-Money’s native token NGM, is used to secure the e-Money network by bonding with one or more validators. Additionally, NGM token can be used to pay for transaction fees and as a staking token for users to earn rewards on the platform. </p>
<p>The e-Money team brings together professionals with over 15 years’ experience within algorithmic trading, financial infrastructure, corporate venturing, and blockchain industries. Backed by leading institutions, including TRGC, ChainLayer, and Brilliance VC. </p>
<p><strong>Staking Details:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Minimum Delegation Amount: 3 NGM</li>
<li>Minimum Staking Period: unstake anytime</li>
<li>Reward Calculation Starting Time: T+1</li>
<li>Reward Distribution Starting Time: T+2</li>
<li>Reward Distribution Cycle: daily basis</li>
<li>Regular Unbonding Period: 21 day</li>
<li>Instant Unbonding: Supported</li>
<li>Instant Unbonding Fee: 2%</li>
<li>Compound Mode: Supported.</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li>T Day is a natural day based on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)</li>
<li>If you delegate before 24:00 on T Day, rewards will be calculated from T+1 Day and distributed from T+2 Day</li>
<li>Rewards are distributed daily and need to be re-delegated manually unless under “compound mode”</li>
<li>Undelegation process takes 21 days to complete, you can use Instant Unbonding and claim tokens back right away</li>
<li>If you undelegate before 24:00 on T+N Day, you will receive rewards only for the N-1 Period</li>
</ul>
<h2>About AscendEX</h2>
<p>Originally founded in 2018 as BitMax.io, AscendEx is a leading crypto and digital asset exchange catering to both professional and retail traders. Our venue offers <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://bit.ly/3bYFtbo" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">spot</a>, futures, <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://bit.ly/2NCs67s" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">margin trading</a> and <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://bit.ly/38VCcre" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">staking products</a> and incorporates key elements from the DeFi space to foster a unique market structure for users. AscendEx is led by a team of Wall Street veterans who have applied traditional markets’ rigor to create a secure, safe, and reliable experience for all participants; and a reliable source of liquidity for primary offerings.</p>
<p>For more information and updates, please visit:</p>
<p>Website: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="http://www.ascendex.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">www.ascendex.com</a><br />Twitter: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://twitter.com/AscendEX_Global" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://twitter.com/AscendEX_Global</a><br />Telegram: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://t.me/AscendEXEnglish" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://t.me/AscendEXEnglish</a><br />Medium: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://medium.com/AscendEx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://medium.com/AscendEx</a></p>
<h2>About e-Money</h2>
<p>The e-Money protocol is built for the issuance of a range of interest-bearing currency-backed stablecoins reflecting various world currencies. Each token is backed by a reserve of assets denominated in its underlying currency. e-Money currently supports the Euro (EUR), Swiss Franc (CHF), Swedish Krona (SEK), Norwegian Krone (NOK) and the Danish Krone (DKK) with a host of additional currencies pegged for release in 2021. The project is dedicated to total transparency with quarterly reserve audits performed by Ernst &amp; Young.</p>
<p>Unlike most existing stablecoins which aim to maintain a static 1:1 peg with their underlying assets, the value of e-Money’s currency-backed tokens continually shifts in line with the interest accrued on the reserve assets. This means that holders benefit from the interest accrued on their assets while they sit securely in your wallet. The e-Money blockchain supports instant payments at scale and includes a DEX for easy conversion between currencies. e-Money expects to integrate with Cosmos Hub, Ethereum and Avalanche in the first half of 2021.</p>
<p>For more information and updates, please visit:</p>
<p>Website: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://e-money.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://e-money.com</a> <br />Twitter: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://twitter.com/emoney_com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://twitter.com/emoney_com</a> <br />Medium: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://medium.com/e-money-com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://medium.com/e-money-com</a><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://medium.com/e-money-com" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"><br /></a>Telegram: <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://t.me/emoney_com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">https://t.me/emoney_com</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 12:05:16 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>Blockchain is considered an innovative tool for transactions. Before we move further to understand the importance of blockchain technology in the Future of Development</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Blockchain is considered an innovative tool for transactions. Before we move further to understand the importance of blockchain technology in the Future of Development let us first get to know what is blockchain technology.</p>
<h2>What is Blockchain Technology?</h2>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title="Blockchain" href="/tags/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Blockchain</a> is a sequence of unalterable data which is recorded and managed by a group of computers between two or more parties efficiently. It is an unbreakable electronic ledger which is an extremely reliable technology used to record economic transactions and to transfer transparent data.</p>
<p><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Blockchain Technology</a> has a simple standard of a chain, having each block firmly secured. For instance, when an app is developed using this technology, the users have all the rights to sight and add a record to the database. However, they can’t simply change or delete any data from the records, improving the reliability of the entire process.</p>
<p>In Blockchain Technology the stored data is compared to a “block”, which is shared with several databases compared to a “chain,” within a network of computers without any single unit owning it all. These blocks are protected through an extremely specialized cryptographic key also known as a ‘digital ledger’. Here the data is stored within sealed security systems that remain indisputable for a very long time.</p>
<h2>How Does Blockchain Technology Work?</h2>
<p>Blockchain is still growing and has a huge possibility to be pioneering in the future. Let’s try and understand how exactly this technology works.</p>
<p>The three primary types of blockchains:</p>
<ol>
<li>Public blockchains (which is like Bitcoin and Ethereum)</li>
<li>Private blockchains (which is like Hyperledger and R3 Corda)</li>
<li>Hybrid blockchains (which is like Dragonchain)</li>
</ol>
<h2>Public blockchain</h2>
<p>Public blockchains are open source that allows any person to participate as users. Every transaction that occurs on public blockchains is entirely transparent, where anyone can look at the transaction details.</p>
<ol>
<li>Considered to be completely decentralized, without anyone directing the recorded transactions or the order in which they are processed in the blockchain.</li>
<li>As it is highly censorship-resistant, anyone can join the network, irrespective of place. This makes public blockchains exceptionally tough for establishments to shut them down.</li>
<li>Public blockchains have a token linked with them that is intended to reward members in the network.</li>
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<h2>Private blockchain</h2>
<p>Private blockchains also called permissioned blockchains, are mostly used by enterprises who want to work in teams and share data, but also want to hold back sensitive business data from being visible on a public blockchain. They are centralized; giving important control over participants. They don’t always have a token involved with the chain.</p>
<ol>
<li>Participants need an agreement to join the networks</li>
<li>Here the transactions are private and are only accessible to participants in the ecosystem that have been granted permission to join the network</li>
<li>They are more centralized compared to public blockchains</li>
</ol>
<h2>What is a hybrid blockchain?</h2>
<p>Dragonchain has made an exclusive place within the blockchain ecosystem called the hybrid blockchain. It has combined benefits, the privacy of the private blockchain, and safety and transparency of a public blockchain, giving businesses important elasticity to pick out the data they want to make public and transparent and the data they want to keep private.</p>
<ol>
<li>The hybrid blockchain platform allows us to easily connect with other blockchain procedures allowing a multi-chain network of functionality. It is an advantage for businesses making its functionality simple with the clarity they are looking for, without having to negotiate on safety and confidentiality.</li>
<li>This functionality helps businesses to function with the transparency they are looking for, considering their security and privacy.</li>
<li>Posting to multiple public blockchains at once greatly helps with the transaction security, getting the benefits from the combined hash power linked to the public chains.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Why is blockchain technology being used by mobile app developers?</h2>
<p>Blockchain technology is known for the steady functioning of every cryptocurrency. It can be considered as a database that can be used by mobile apps. Transactions can be tracked</p>
<p>between parties that are shared with all the stakeholders, making the system very clear, also boosting app safety as no one can fiddle with the transactions without the stakeholder’s awareness and no fake transactions can be made.</p>
<p>All peer-to-peer transactions in mobile apps verify to be an acceptable fit with this technology, and It is not limited to just digital transactions. Blockchain supports keeping fixed and steadfast records of transactions based on the needs of the mobile app.</p>
<p>Blockchain applications are of low cost and they provide immediate solutions. Blockchain procedures have the potential of making digital transaction processes more accessible in business by using new methods and automating the long processes with the use of blockchain.</p>
<p>The robust encryption underlying this technology will make blockchain run a long way, even if cryptocurrencies lose the race. And by being used by many major financial institutions, real estate, healthcare, and other industries that need to track transactions securely will keep blockchain technology in vogue in the coming years.</p>
<h2>Is Blockchain Technology the Future of App Development?</h2>
<ol>
<li><strong> Blockchain can solve in-app purchase issues</strong></li>
</ol>
<p>Almost all humans today use a smartphone, but not all users make in-app purchases, the required payment methods could be the reason behind this. For example, a user doesn’t have a credit card, or even if a user does have a credit card, they don’t feel secured to use the process as there is still a still fraught with security issues considering the possibility of fraud and other reasons could be the extra fees involved such as the gateway fees, card processing fees, bank transfer fees, and app store fees, etc.</p>
<p>Taking into consideration all of this, a developer gets just about 70% of the amount paid for the app. On the other hand, by considering a decentralized model, app coins will be used to pay the app store, with the developer gaining a satisfying 85%. In-app purchases will also be satisfying for the users who could use app coins as payment methods, excluding the need for any credit card processes. This new process will have a reward system in place to earn App coins, as developers and manufacturers can reward users for purchases and for continued usage.</p>
<ol start="2">
<li><strong> Blockchain improves the advertising model</strong></li>
</ol>
<p>Developers are happy to invest in the cost-per-installment advertising campaigns which allow them to the extent to the largest potential audience. Advertising schemes today include several middlemen who get a part of the earnings from sales, reducing the amount repaid to the developer. With blockchain, this cost-per-installment approach will be replaced by a cost-per-attention approach that excludes the middlemen. Users can be</p>
<p>rewarded with app coins for the time they spend on the app. They can use these coins to make in-app purchases efficiently.</p>
<ol start="3">
<li><strong> Blockchain streamlines app approval making it transparent</strong></li>
</ol>
<p>The two major app stores that are Google Apps and Apple Apps stream users with apps today. They make their own decisions on which apps need to go for sale in their stores and which should not. This approval process is uninformed, private, and in many cases unfair to newer developers trying to sell their apps. With the blockchain model, approval of apps will be done through a clear developer reputation system, by referring to a decentralized public ledger, along with the user ranking system for specific developers.</p>
<ol start="4">
<li><strong> Blockchain penetrates remote areas</strong></li>
</ol>
<p>As of date, there are many people in developing places who own a smartphone but do not have access to bank accounts or any kind of personal credit system. With a good Internet connection, users will be able to establish an online mobile wallet allowing them to store coins or tokens until needed, in even the most remote areas. Thus helping to play a part in eCommerce transactions, attaining loans, and transferring money without being charged bank service fees or other fees.</p>
<ol start="5">
<li><strong> Blockchain enhances reward programs</strong></li>
</ol>
<p>As companies increasingly start to use blockchain for their reward programs, users will find it easy to be able to earn tokens for loyalty to individual companies. We can expect earned tokens to be appropriate for other kinds of services than for what they were earned. For example, you can earn airline travel tokens for reaching a specific mileage total, and the reward could be a free purchase at a coffee shop.</p>
<p>Considering the above blockchain will definitely reform the mobile industry</p>
<h2>Benefits of Blockchain Technology</h2>
<p><strong>Data management with time</strong></p>
<p>Blockchain displays the history of its data even after updates being made, unlike other databases, where you get the updated data only</p>
<p><strong>Controls</strong></p>
<p>In Blockchain the data copies are available in every node and are updated everywhere making the information secured.</p>
<h2>Blockchain apps, or DApps</h2>
<p>DApps apps are easy for transactions. It takes very little time to set up a blockchain wallet and cryptocurrency doesn’t charge users any fees on the things they buy.</p>
<p>It has a great cryptocurrency exchange experience as the reaction to the price changes can be quick, so buying and selling cryptocurrencies through your mobile app is very suitable. Cryptocurrency has a lot of potential even though it's unpredictable and that’s what makes cryptocurrency exchange apps popular.</p>
<p>A blockchain messaging and banking app can guarantee the security of user's messages and transactions. Hackers who could steal money during a transaction earlier through mobile apps won’t be able to do so with Bitcoin, users can securely carry out their transaction as data is decentralized and each member of the network has a copy of all chains.</p>
<h2>Use of blockchain apps in different industries.</h2>
<p><strong>Warranteer – </strong>A retail company helps its customers access information on the products bought by them, and opting for after-sale service in case the product stopped working with the help of the Blockchain app.</p>
<p><strong>IBM Blockchain –</strong>This app helps logistics companies and businesses to track the status and condition of the product at every stage of the supply process with long supply chains, from start till end. It provides transparent records and accurate tracking from location and condition. It is one of the best blockchain apps so far.</p>
<p>These apps are now trending as they provide fast international transactions, they also offer transparent storage, and assures that data can’t be altered. Blockchain technology is still developing by the day, and it can be applied in many areas in new and existing businesses likewise. Let’s witness how blockchain technology changes the future of Development.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>NEXTYPE, the new form of next generation blockchain game</title>
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    	<pubDate>Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:20:54 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>NEXTYPE hopes to offer a blockchain game platform that is high in proficiency and low in cost. To build a cross-chain integrated application ecosystem for the blockcha</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In Game industry?it is always a question that how to make games more interesting. For this point, combining games with new technologies should be considered a good way. A famous example is the extensive use of VR/ AR in games. So far, on the well-known game platform STEAM, there are more than 4000 games with the "virtual reality (VR)" tag, accounting for 5.3% of the total number of games on the platform.</p>
<p>In fact, from the CryptoKitties to all kinds of blockchain games nowadays, the combination of game and <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/tags/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">blockchain technology</a> has never stopped. With the continuous updating and iteration of blockchain technology, the modes of <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title=" DeFi " href="/tags/defi" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">DeFi </a>and NFT make the game rules decentralized formulation and virtual assets decentralized storage feasible technically. The convenience of the virtual assets on-chain also brings more possibilities for the blockchain to land in the game.</p>
<p>Under this background, NEXTYPE is established for defining the new form of the next-generation blockchain game. NEXTYPE hopes to offer a blockchain game platform that is high in proficiency and low in cost. To build a cross-chain integrated application ecosystem for the blockchain games.</p>
<h2>Analysis of NEXTYPE</h2>
<p>NEXTYPE is defined as the application ecology, which means that NEXTYPE not only needs to complete the underlying technical support and the self-research for blockchain games but also provides an ecological platform for partners to participate in co-construction, co-governance, and co-sharing. What efforts has NEXTYPE made to achieve these?</p>
<ol start="1">
<li>
<h2>Games Matrix</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p>As the first game of NEXTYPE, <strong><em>Mining Tycoon </em></strong>aims at developing a product with the properties of gaming and <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://10clouds.com/services/blockchain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">blockchain</a> at the beginning. The game is based on the development path of traditional games. For example, Ming Tycoon uses the LAYA engine to develop the client and builds a complete system of player growth while added the method of DeFi in the economy system. Finally, NEXTYPE developed a next-generation blockchain game that is totally different from what we have seen in the past.</p>
<p>Business games are undoubtedly the mainstream of the current leisure game market. <strong><em>Mining Tycoon </em></strong>uses the core game method of virtual mining to allow players to participate in the game process of upgrading the mining machine at a low threshold, let players experience the fun of the game and gain profit through the stakes with DeFi. In addition to NT reward, mining will also produce other buff props that are conducive to the growth in the game. At the same time, it can also produce props that represent the identity of high-level players: mining license, which is an essential prop to participate in the high-level BTC mining pool. Players can collect and stake the mining license to mine BTC every day.</p>
<p>To provide more ecological partners with the channel for issuing the token, <strong><em>Mining Tycoon</em></strong> sets up the cooperative mining pool, that is, through the cooperation with NEXTYPE, high-quality projects can have their own token mining pool. And through the multi-dimensional data accumulation and analysis of players' mining machines, mining grade, and mining outputs, the partners can obtain the most accurate user portrait in the whole network and customize the mining mechanism for the target users. For partners with IDO needs, <strong><em>Mining Tycoon</em></strong> can also provide corresponding support for ecological resources.</p>
<p><strong><em>Mining Tycoon</em></strong> also carries the mission of launching the second game of NEXTYPE, <strong><em>NFT Master</em></strong>. The NFT of artists will be broken into 1000 pieces, each piece corresponds to an NFT, which is randomly distributed in each mining pool. Players collect NFT through stake mining. When the collection of 1000 pieces is completed, the whole NFT painting will be completely lit, And <strong><em>NFT Master</em></strong> will also officially launch. <strong><em>NFT Master</em></strong> is a game specialized in creating and trading NFT. By cooperating with famous IPs, players can create their own NFT works and complete the transaction.</p>
<p>NEXTYPE will also launch 8-10 self-developed games this year and cooperate with at least 10 games to create NEXTYPE games matrix.</p>
<ol start="2">
<li>
<h2>Protocol support</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p>The construction and prosperity of the ecology need stable and convenient infrastructure. In terms of stability, the rapid rise of public chains such as HECO and BSC, as well as the gradual maturity of ETH layer 2 and ETH 2.0, have brought revolutionary changes to the improvement of blockchain games and the game experience of players.</p>
<p>In terms of convenience, NEXTYPE has developed <strong><em>NVEP (NFT Value Exchange Protocol) </em></strong>and <strong><em>NCCP (NFT Cross-Chain Protocol)</em></strong> to solve the difficult situation of NFT transactions. And it also realizes the multi form swap between NFT and NFT, NFT and FT, and storage?exchange and circulation of NFT among different chains.</p>
<p>Moreover, the smart contracts have been audited by CERTIK, which means the security of players' property is guaranteed.</p>
<ol start="3">
<li>
<h2>Resource Integration</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p>NEXTYPE has reached strategic cooperation with SeeSea Japan, a well-known Japanese company, and Quaras, a subsidiary of Fuji Media. This is an important milestone for NEXTYPE to enter the Japanese IP market. Including some well-known anime IPs, NEXTYPE has signed up with more than 1000 IP units covering the mainstream IP from China, the US, Japan, and other countries.</p>
<p>Besides, NEXTYPE has been formally invited to join the BGA (Blockchain Game Alliance), So far, BGA has attracted more than 100 well-known institutions such as Ubisoft, AMD, and Aave, Opensea, Metamask, Matic. NEXTYPE will work with BGA and its members to promote the application and development of blockchain in the field of games.</p>
<p>And the CMO of NEXTYPE, Uncle David, who has over 20 million fans on the global video-sharing Apps said he will promote the global pre-launch campaign, which means there will be millions of potential users for MiningTycoon!</p>
<h3>Summary</h3>
<p>According to the official news, time-limited whitelist reservation of MiningTycoon will be available next week, players with qualifications will get rewarded.</p>
<p>As far as we are concerned, with high-quality games and better player's experience, NEXTYPE will define the new form of next-generation blockchain games.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>The Benefits Of Hiring A Blockchain Marketing Agency </title>
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    	<pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2022 21:28:13 PST</pubDate>
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    	<description>You can market your blockchain project on your own, but hiring a blockchain marketing agency will be more practical. Here are some benefits of working with a team of</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To develop financial strength, you must diversify your investment portfolio. This strategy involves putting your capital in different financial instruments to minimize risk. It’s especially crucial these days when the economic situation often remains uncertain.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can choose from many available investment options. However, you can reap more benefits by investing in one of the blockchain projects. <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title="Blockchain" href="/tags/blockchain" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Blockchain</a> is one of the most booming sectors in today's marketplace, so you're likely to get good returns.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><amp-img layout="responsive"  src="/assets/images/blog/807137-adobestock_208322259.webp" alt="Blockchain analysis" width="800" height="500" ></amp-img></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In fact, industries, such as healthcare and banking, and the financial industry, benefit from blockchain. With blockchain, the healthcare sector is able to protect patient data from unauthorized breaches and allow researchers, payers, and providers to share records among themselves. Moreover, the banking and financial industry relies on blockchain to get rid of old processes and paperwork. Blockchain also helps them achieve efficient operations, automate the compliance process for faster and more accurate reporting, and transfer funds between financial institutions without delay. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Like any other business, dealing with blockchain projects isn't a walk in the park. There are several other established businesses already controlling the blockchain market. This means you’ll be facing stiff competition. However, the good news is that you can leverage the power of marketing to overcome the competition.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can market your blockchain project on your own, but hiring a </span><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.310creative.com/industry/fintech" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"><span style="font-weight: 400;">blockchain marketing agency</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> will be more practical. Here are some benefits of working with a team of marketing professionals:  </span></p>
<ol start="1">
<li aria-level="1">
<h2>Continuous Promotion</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trading in blockchain requires continuous and consistent promotion. If you fail to do so, you won't be able to compete effectively in the market.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Promoting your blockchain project on your own will be challenging. For instance, you may want to take a break at some point, but this will only decrease the visibility of your blockchain business. So, it’s best to leave the task to experts.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A blockchain marketing agency can guarantee the continuous promotion of your project. Their staff members work in shifts to market your firm 24/7, enabling you to connect with potential clients consistently.  </span></p>
<ol start="2">
<li aria-level="1">
<h2>Access To The Best SEO Strategies</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Having a website is essential for your blockchain business. It lets you engage with potential clients from different parts of the world. It allows you to remain in business 24/7 too. However, you must improve your search engine rankings in order to connect with a large audience.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many blockchain search engine optimization (SEO) strategies you might not be familiar with. But even if you know them, you might experience some problems during implementation, such as targeting the wrong keywords or failing to build links because of legal compliance issues. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can trust a blockchain marketing agency to come up with the best SEO strategies for your business. Besides, they'll continue updating and maintaining these strategies to help your business remain visible to potential and existing clients.  </span></p>
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<li aria-level="1">
<h2>Quick Adoption Of The Latest Trends And Technologies</h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The blockchain industry is moving faster than before. Some of the marketing tactics that may have worked in the past might no longer be helpful today. Hence, it’s vital to stay updated on the </span><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/the-top-3-marketing-trends-you-need-to-adopt-in-2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"><span style="font-weight: 400;">latest marketing trends</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and technologies to remain competitive.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But utilizing the latest technologies for your marketing campaign might not be easy, especially if you're not an expert. In that case, you need to work with a blockchain marketing agency. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Most marketing professionals are tech experts. They'll advise you on some of the modern trends and technologies you’ll need to adopt to promote your blockchain business, such as Internet of Things (IoT) integration. IoT integration allows you to develop records of transactions and interactions between machines and strengthens security. </span></p>
<ol start="4">
<li aria-level="1">
<h2>Saved Time And Money </h2>
</li>
</ol>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As noted earlier, blockchain is a growing industry where many investors are carrying out blockchain projects. Thus, if you want to run a successful blockchain business, you need to enter the </span><a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisonmccauley/2020/02/26/six-questions-that-will-help-you-win-in-a-16-billion-blockchain-market/?sh=3fd632731057" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"><span style="font-weight: 400;">market</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> as soon as you can and start promoting it. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But preparing your marketing campaigns will take so much time. Even after you’ve made preparations, you’ll need more time to launch and market your project. Instead of strategizing on your own, you can streamline your marketing strategy by simply hiring a blockchain marketing agency.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blockchain marketing agencies employ enough workers who will handle marketing with ease, helping you save a lot of time. They will also help you save money since you won’t have to hire in-house marketers and train them.  </span></p>
<h3>Takeaway</h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Marketing your blockchain project is a must if you want to stand out from other businesses in the industry. You can try carrying out marketing campaigns yourself, but you might struggle to increase your company’s visibility and connect with a large audience. So, hire a blockchain marketing agency that’s well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to launch successful marketing campaigns.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<title>How Blockchain Is Changing the Fortune of Online Gambling</title>
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    	<description>The resurgence of blockchain is inevitable in the modern-day technology space. Its popularity is attributable to various trends, including metaverse empowerment, NFTs,</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The resurgence of blockchain is inevitable in the modern-day technology space. Its popularity is attributable to various trends, including metaverse empowerment, NFTs, Ricardian contracts, and eco-friendly blockchain. While its impact is spread across multiple economic sectors, blockchain technology has significantly impacted online gambling, changing its fortunes in the following ways.</p>
<h2>Security and Credibility</h2>
<p>Blockchain technology is the pillar stone of security, privacy, integrity, and validity in the online gambling industry, including <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.gamingcity.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Gaming City</a>. This technology has built-in features that significantly boost security, particularly in online gambling transactions.</p>
<p>Blockchain distributes each transaction across various ledgers, defining the entry of each coin. This ledger is decentralized to allow for effortless transaction validation and acknowledgment. Yet, they do not compromise clients' credit card or identity information.</p>
<p>Further, this technology protects online gambling sites against illegal activities. This includes protection against the loss of digital assets.</p>
<h2>Streamlined Operations and Cost-Effectiveness</h2>
<p>Blockchain technology is central to streamlined operations. It enhances instantaneous transfers, as there will be minimal in-between interactions. You can attribute the rapid transactions to its decentralized structure, which requires no central body to inspect the validity of a transaction.</p>
<p>Increasing transactional speeds makes it significantly easier to lower the cost of transferring crypto. In turn, you can trade with cryptocurrencies on online gambling sites without losing a significant portion in value. Compared to credit cards and bank transfers, using cryptocurrencies on gambling sites with blockchain technology will be affordable and streamlined.</p>
<p>At the same time, the blockchain validates and verifies transactions in real time. Instant verification eliminates waiting periods, ensuring gamers have an immersive gambling experience in the long run.</p>
<h2>Virtual Events and Tournaments</h2>
<p>Blockchain technology has spurred the creation and adoption of virtual events and tournaments, making it an invaluable addition to the online gaming fraternity. These virtual games attract people worldwide, allowing gamers to interact and test their gambling skills on the deck.</p>
<p>Virtual tournaments are significantly affordable, comfortably accommodating a more significant portion of the gaming populace. Despite attracting many participants, you are confident of enhanced cybersecurity. This technology will identify and verify participants, accurately rewarding winners in the long run.</p>
<p>Blockchain technology allows gambling sites to track and verify gaming progress. Excellent tracking ensures that only the correct winners get rewarded. In addition, it ensures there is enhanced security in transactions among users.</p>
<p>Winners get rewarded in different ways. However, cryptocurrency seems to be the preferred medium when using blockchain technology. The rewarded cryptocurrencies can be used as real money to obtain</p>
<h2>User Experience</h2>
<p>Various gambling sites have incorporated artificial intelligence and blockchain technology into their platforms to guarantee an immersive user experience. With an immersive user experience, it becomes effortless for a website to build brand loyalty.</p>
<p>Blockchain technology allows users to have more control over a game. For instance, players can create storylines, play structures, and characters to suit particular preferences. Further, you can download your preferred games in different versions, meeting specific needs.</p>
<p>You'll also rely on blockchain technology to create integrated gaming profiles. Ideally, you'll have one profile that allows you to access multiple platforms, boosting the user experience regardless of the game chosen.</p>
<p>At the same time, this technology allows for easier resource trading. This feature enables players to trade their gaming items, including fictional characters. The technology creates a record of the things a player owns, making it easy to swap them for other resources when necessary. The exchange will be secure, as blockchain technology minimizes duplication and stealing.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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    	<description>The decentralized nature of blockchain allows for secure and transparent transactions without the need for intermediaries. This has led to a wide range of potential</description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we conduct business and interact with one another. The <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title="Decentralized" href="/tags/decentralized" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">decentralized</a> nature of blockchain allows for secure and transparent transactions without the need for intermediaries. This has led to a wide range of potential use cases, from supply chain management to digital identity verification.</p>
<p>One of the most interesting developments in the blockchain world is the increasing technology adoption by major companies and governments. For example, in 2022, major companies such as <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://aws.amazon.com/blockchain/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Amazon</a>, <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="https://www.investopedia.com/news/facebook-working-blockchain-why/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Facebook</a>, and <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title="Google" href="https://cloud.google.com/blog/products/infrastructure-modernization/introducing-blockchain-node-engine" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">Google</a> announced their intent to implement blockchain technology in their operations. This clearly indicates that blockchain is no longer just a niche technology and is becoming mainstream.</p>
<p>Another exciting development is the increasing use of blockchain for non-financial purposes. For example, blockchain is used to create secure digital identities for individuals and organizations. This has the potential to increase trust and transparency in online interactions greatly and could help to reduce fraud and scams.</p>
<p>In addition to these developments, the use of blockchain for decentralized finance (<a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  title="DeFi" href="/tags/defi" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">DeFi</a>) is also rising. DeFi allows individuals to access financial services directly without the need for intermediaries such as banks. This has the potential to greatly increase financial inclusion, especially in developing countries where access to traditional banking services is limited.</p>
<p>As we move forward into 2023, it will be interesting to see how these trends continue to evolve. There is no doubt that <a data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top"  href="/articles/what-is-blockchain-and-how-does-it-works" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="top">blockchain technology</a> has the potential to change the way we live and work, and we can expect to see more and more organizations embracing this powerful technology in the coming years.</p>
<p>In the future, we can expect to see more and more use cases for blockchain technology in various industries. This will include the use of blockchain in logistics and supply chain management, which will enable companies to track the movement of goods in real time and increase transparency.</p>
<p>Another exciting development will be the use of blockchain in voting systems, which will make the process more secure and transparent. This will increase voter confidence and reduce the potential for fraud.</p>
<p>Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work, and we can expect to see more and more organizations embracing this powerful technology in the coming years. The use of blockchain will continue to increase in various industries and bring more transparency and trust to the system. It will be interesting to see how it will be used in the future and the impact it will bring on society.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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