Looking at how the next ten years of blockchain can change lives
In 1973, the U.S. Department of Defense sought a solution to locate its military units, operations, and targets anywhere on the planet. By the beginning of the 1980s, 24 satellites in orbit became what today we know as GPS. Today we use the Global Positioning System everywhere! Cars, phones and multiple devices use a solution […]
IBM and Travelport bringing AI and blockchain innovations to market
At Travelport, we play a critical role in the travel ecosystem, working alongside suppliers and providers to ultimately deliver memorable, exciting travel experiences. Through our strategic technology partnerships, we navigate the complexities impacting our customers and simplify the major burdens that are slowing down our travel industry. With IBM, we’re combining our established infrastructure, deep […]
How to outsmart crypto thieves with blockchain-based security
Over the past several years, digital intruders have stolen millions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency. Some crypto exchanges have been hit multiple times; some even went bankrupt. Last year’s series of record-setting hacks seems to indicate that crypto exchanges have a long way to go when it comes to protecting their clients’ digital assets. IBM […]
Why is interoperability important in blockchain?
Why is interoperability important in blockchain? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by IBM Blockchain, providing blockchain solutions, services and expertise, on Quora: Jerry Cuomo, IBM Fellow and Vice President Blockchain Technologies: Why is interoperability important in blockchain? […]
Is there a blockchain delay in healthcare?
According to a 2016 IBV study, “Healthcare Rallies for Blockchain,” healthcare seemed to be “setting the pace on blockchain adoption,” even ahead of the financial services industry. The study surveyed over 200 healthcare executives and found that 16 percent expected to have commercial blockchain solutions in place by 2017. Now three years later, there’s no […]
Blockchain solutions make financial services fairer, faster
My company, Stronghold, is a financial services provider of native blockchain solutions. When my co-founder and I saw the rise of blockchain platforms, we felt that most were focused heavily on the technology and too far removed from real-world use cases. Bearing this in mind, we’ve applied blockchain technology to traditional fiat currencies. Instead of […]
Transform your supply chain with blockchain-enabled digital passport
Some of the key industry pain points facing supply chain management include the labor-intensive process of supplier onboarding and the trust deficit between the buyer and the suppliers. By implementing blockchain technology, these issues can be addressed and bring speed, efficiency and trust to the industry. Today’s businesses are operating in an increasingly complex world […]
Shared experience: The evolving potential of automotive blockchain
The first part of our series on automotive blockchain tackled standardization. But with efforts such as the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative — a consortium of worldwide technology leaders — breaking down barriers to shared ledger adoption, it’s worth looking at the practical potential of blockchain in automotive. What’s happening right now, what’s just over the […]
Harnessing blockchain innovation to drive disruption
Most of us have heard of blockchain, but as it has moved from buzzword to viable business applications, it has not always been clear how to take advantage of its benefits. Clearly, it is about more than just about coins and tokens, but how is it relevant to regular business? Many people know that blockchain […]