Josh Lawler: Walmart’s Crypto Experiment to Shake the Foundations of the Retail Payment Process. . . and a Whole Lot More

The post Josh Lawler: Walmart’s Crypto Experiment to Shake the Foundations of the Retail Payment Process. . . and a Whole Lot More written by Josh Lawler appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics by Josh Lawler, In early August 2019, Walmart announced it had published a patent for a methodology for using stable coins and distributed ledger technology to eliminate the need for credit cards, to bank the unbanked, and to provide an entryway into the global economy for the retailer’s two million employees. Walmart’s recent patent filings […] The post Josh Lawler: Walmart’s Crypto Experiment to Shake the Foundations of the Retail Payment Process. . . and a Whole Lot More written by Josh Lawler appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain …

Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality

The post Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality written by Staff Writer appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics While the second half of 2019 has come and we may again face the beginning of a bull rally in the cryptocurrency market. Assessing the possible consequences of «halving» bitcoin, experts differ in their estimates, but no one doubts the upcoming mass adoption. Market Faces Difficulties  However, modern problems require modern solutions. If you want […] The post Crypto payments for Small and Medium Business are Becoming a New Reality written by Staff Writer appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics

10 Best Python Courses on BitDegree to Learn Online in 2019

Computers hold tremendous significance in the modern world of today. Whether you like it or not, PC’s have taken over almost every aspect of our lives – its’ importance cannot be denied in the corporate or business world, workplaces or our daily activities. On the other hand, computers would not have such an impact if it wasn’t for programming languages. Programming languages are very valuable because they define the relationship between the person who is programming and the machine. PC programmers have a full understanding of how and why computer systems work. What is also important, is that they know what to expect from the system and are its limitations. Knowing the limits can be crucial when you try to maximize the use of applications you’re working …

Best Place to Learn Python: 10 Best Websites to Learn Python

To begin explaining what is the best place to learn Python on we need to understand that the current world we know would not be the same if it was not for the advanced computer systems that have been developed by talented programmers over the last decades. Computer programming plays a huge role when it comes to enhancing our daily life, automating processes, helps to calculate and manage all kinds of data. The current cutting edge technologies like artificial intelligence, voice recognition, and other kinds of sophisticated automation exist only because of the programming languages. While many languages can bring significant benefits, some elevate itself above the others. One of the most universal and best programming languages to learn out there is Python. Python programming language is …

Why is interoperability important in blockchain?

Why is interoperability important in blockchain? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by IBM Blockchain, providing blockchain solutions, services and expertise, on Quora: Jerry Cuomo, IBM Fellow and Vice President Blockchain Technologies: Why is interoperability important in blockchain? […] The post Why is interoperability important in blockchain? appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog.

How to outsmart crypto thieves with blockchain-based security

Over the past several years, digital intruders have stolen millions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency. Some crypto exchanges have been hit multiple times; some even went bankrupt. Last year’s series of record-setting hacks seems to indicate that crypto exchanges have a long way to go when it comes to protecting their clients’ digital assets. IBM […] The post How to outsmart crypto thieves with blockchain-based security appeared first on Blockchain Pulse: IBM Blockchain Blog.

Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches?

Another day, another catastrophic data breach. ; This time it’s medical records in Singapore, where I live. ; At this stage we’re almost immune to this kind of headline: Cyberattack on Singapore health database steals details of 1.5 million, including Prime Minister (Reuters) But this is quite bad. ; ;Eileen Yu noted in her piece for ZDNet (my emphasis): … Continue reading Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches? The post Can Blockchains Reduce the Impact of Data Breaches? appeared first on Bits on Blocks.

Banking When the Bank is Shut – Token Maximalism

In this post I describe why freeing financial assets from the books of custodians and returning control of them to their owners could create significant benefits to an economy. This brings together concepts from traditional finance, cryptocurrencies, and enterprise blockchains. The post Banking When the Bank is Shut – Token Maximalism appeared first on Bits on Blocks.

Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform

The post Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics Swiss-based blockchain fintech company Jibrel Network, a blockchain-based fintech company has just launched Jibrel.com — a new regulated blockchain-powered private financing platform. It was recently accepted into the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) RegLab cohort in the UAE and the words of Yazan Barghuthi, Jibrel’s co-founder and CEO: “We are excited to be launching a vertically […] The post Jibrel to Launch Regulated Blockchain-Powered Private Financing Platform written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics

Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma

The post Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – Security and Utility Tokens, Tokenomics, Cryptoeconomics Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Swiss investment firm Pangea Blockchain Fund have invested some 4 million euro into a Slovenian startup called Eligma this week. The startup has received plenty of international attention on the blockchain scene and started its innovation path with a public crowd sale in 2018.  Roger Ver, Executive Chairman of Bitcoin.com […] The post Roger Ver from Bitcoin.com and Pangea Blockchain Fund Invest 4 million Euro into Crypto Payment Startup Eligma written by Richard Kastelein appeared first on Blockchain News – Blockchain News and Opinion – …

Antivirus Definition: How Does Antivirus Software Work?

For the majority of the time since we ever laid our hands on a computer that is connected to the internet, we started hearing that we need an antivirus system to protect it. Not everyone has a better understanding of the basics of internet safety measures and does not separate malicious links from safe ones, therefore, a silent guardian in the background of your computer system is more needed than ever. It is crucial even for the people who follow the best practices of internet safety and do not click on links or suspicious attachments or do not visit sites that do not look trustworthy to have a safety provider. Even though you browse the internet safely, do not think that antivirus software sits there in the …