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Blockchain Technology Overview
A blockchain is a digital ledger made up of linked entries, referred to as blocks, that, depending on the application, store some form of data. Cryptocurrencies, for instance, are designed to record information regarding financial transactions. To...
Blockchain technology, which first emerged in 2008, was initially used to facilitate transactions of cybercurrencies such as Bitcoin. Often described as a disruptive technology, blockchain use has since increased dramatically in numerous applications, from the energy sector to real estate to...