Proof of stake consensus – why appealing? Part 1

Recently it was announced that the new launch Ethereum 2.0 will adopt the proof of stake algorithm. Why could this algorithm be more appealing?

Internet of things (IoT) and the blockchain

Many IoT systems have a single point of failure. Once that single point of failure is attacked, the whole system becomes compromised. Can blockchain turn the tables?

Likely barriers to blockchain adoption in developing countries

While the developed countries easily adopt these technologies easily because of their educated populace and advanced infrastructure, the developing countries have their own challenges that make them either delay or forego the adoption. This article will highlight the most likely barriers developing countries will likely face in adopting blockchain.

Is bitcoin really decentralized?

The whole point of developing cryptocurrencies has been taking control back to the people, the users. Bitcoin and indeed all cryptocurrencies have been developed to empower ordinary users with complete control and easy access to their assets, in this case, money. Thus, the central hold and control of huge financial firms on people’s money have been threatened.

The rise of enterprise blockchain

As Bitcoin and blockchain grew increasingly popular, banks and large corporations noticed the potential applications of this new technology.

The birth of Ethereum Classic

The explosion of cryptocurrency in the crypto space has become a common occurrence. For example, from the time bitcoin entered the world market as an accepted digital currency, many more crypto currencies that emerged from almost nowhere.

High profile dapps on ethereum. Are they for you?

This article will look at one high profile applications on Ethereum, namely; Augur, excluding Digix and Maker. These are decentralized applications, otherwise known as Dapps on the blockchain.

What are some blockchain benefits?

Every game-changer has benefits. Many of us will relate how the internet has revolutionized everything around us. Communication, relationships, finances and a lot more have changed for the better. The same applies to the blockchain. Before we discuss some perceived disadvantages, this article will briefly look at some advantages and benefits of blockchain technology.

Bitcoin merchanics – key generation best practices

By Lumai Mubanga. [email protected] Depending on your level of involvement in the Bitcoin ecosystem, you surely should have either a hot or a cold wallet to conduct transactions. Sending and receiving bitcoins into your wallet requires that you generate a private key were you will receive the bitcoins. Recall that, to successfully transact, you need […]

Blockchain application in the insurance industry

The insurance market is one of the largest and dynamic industries. It is one industry where quick decisions need to be made based on real and authentic data as well an industry fraught with fraud, inefficiency and unprocessed claims amounting to billions of dollars. How will blockchain technology help such an industry?