Samsung had a few interesting smartphone-related announcements today. Unsurprisingly, the Galaxy S20 will support cryptocurrencies out of the box. However, this will not be the main selling point of the device, which makes a lot of sense. The Samsung S20 Doesn’t Flaunt Crypto Support Not because the cryptocurrency hype is […]
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Australia is Willing to Throw a lot of Money at Blockchain Efforts
The blockchain industry is firing on all cylinders worldwide. Australia is the latest country to express its plans for this disruptive technology. It appears that a $175 billion fund will be set aside to explore blockchain technology. The Blockchain Effort in Australia Takes Shape This funds is more than necessary […]
JPMorgan Hopes to Challenge Bitcoin Through a Hybrid Blockchain
Banks have always acted very hostile toward Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Even the underlying blockchain technology was widely considered to be a fad. Today, the tune played by financial institutions is very different. The Tune of JPMorgan is Very Different So much even that the blockchain hype remains in full […]
Layer-2 Scaling Solutions and How They can Spur Dapp Adoption
Admittedly, the aspirations of blockchain projects are big. The goal, at the end of the day, is to see widespread adoption and traditional companies leveraging blockchain solutions for speed, efficiency, and cost savings. Some of these solutions are in use, but relative to expectations, mainstream penetration is still low. Ethereum […]
Just Three Blockchains Firmly Dominate the DApps Scene
There is always a certain degree of competition between different blockchain ecosystems. Some of them are far more successful compared to others. Especially where DApps are concerned, there are only a few options to keep in mind right now. Only Three Viable Chains for DApps? Ethereum remains the undisputed leader […]
China’s Blockchain Services Network Will Launch in Q2 2020
China’s blockchain venture continue to dominate media headlines. As more information comes to light, it becomes easier to see the bigger picture. Many people wonder when China will launch its national blockchain network. The Chinese Blockchain Network is Nigh Sources close to the matter indicate that this can happen as […]
China Announces Guidelines for Blockchain Node Communication
China is genuinely smitten by blockchain technology. The government continues to outline how they will monitor and regulate this industry. The latest bit of news revolves around blockchain patent applications and node communication. China Nails Down Blockchain Communication As the nation of China focuses on distributed ledgers, it is plausible […]
The United Nations Experiment With Blockchain Technology
Hundreds of organizations are looking to use blockchain technology. Even the United Nations may be added to this list in the very near future. Even for the UN, embracing new technologies is crucial in 2019 and beyond. The United Nations and Blockchain Technology According to United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres, […]
Dozens of Japanese Banks Join JPMorgan’s Blockchain Network
Banks around the globe are looking to experiment with innovative technology. Primarily Japanese financial institutions are eager to experiment with blockchains. It is for that specific reason several dozen institutions will become part of JPMorgan’s DLT network. More Blockchain Exploration in Japan Japan is a country where blockchain ventures in […]
South Korea Wants to Focus on Blockchain Research and Development in 2021
China recently announced it would invest up to $2bn in blockchain technology. South Korean officials are planning to do the same, albeit with just 20% of the funds to allocate. It has been coming for some time now, but governments are officially paying attention to blockchain technology. South Korea to […]
China Will Spend $2bn on Blockchain Anually by 2023, Report Says
China appears to be very serious regarding their blockchain push. A new document unveiled this week confirms the government will increase its overall spending on this technology over the next four years. The report by IDC indicates China will spend over $2bn on blockchain by 2023. That is a very […]
Blockchain Is Good for Your Health
Healthcare is one of the world’s largest industries, making up between 10 and 20 percent of the GDP of most developed nations. Too little of this money is actually going to patients, however, due to the inefficiencies, errors, bureaucracy, and high administrative costs in the healthcare sector. We at Modex […]
The Problem: Blockchains and the Challenge of Storing Large Data Sets
Over the past few years, both blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies have witnessed massive spikes in their levels of popularity. Public awareness about these technological marvels has increased significantly, but with all of this, there is also a huge risk that the technology might not necessarily be able to keep up […]
Leveraging Blockchain for Authentic Online Reviews
Online reviews for products and services are an imperative piece of information for consumers to determine the value provided. However, with suppliers across the board inflating reviews with incentivized ratings, consumers are often misinformed and deceived into agreeing to inferior and potentially malicious offers. At face value, listed reviews for […]
How Fitness Enthusiasts Can Benefit From Blockchain Technology
The International Health Racquet and Sports club Association (IHRSA) estimates that the health and fitness industry in the U.S. has been growing by up 4% in the past 10 years. Considering the growing number of adults with fitness club memberships, industry experts expect this growth to accelerate in the coming […]
Gods Unchained Review – Ethereum Based Trading Card Game
Gods Unchained is the newest blockchain based card game. It’s essentially a hearthstone clone and is very similar to Relentless – another blockchain based card game we reviewed in the past. It’s backed by Coinbase and led by the former director of Magic The Gathering: Arena. Unlike Relentless that runs […]
Relentless Open Beta Review – Everything You Need To Know
Relentless is a blockchain based card game that’s essentially a hearthstone clone. It was developed by Loom.games and is still currently in open beta, meaning certain rewards are disabled. What makes Relentless Unique Being a blockchain-based game means every card in your account is yours forever. Nobody can ban you, […]
Payment Processing in the Blockchain Era
Traditional payment processing has been around for centuries. At first, everything was written down on pieces of paper, then technology evolved and introduced digital ledgers. Later, the Internet came and brought forward another revolution, which made it possible to transfer money all over the world through your computer. The latest […]