2021 was a breakout year for the cryptocurrency sector and this year is expected to see an extension of the “mass adoption” trend.Public awareness of blockchain technology is on the rise and a new cohort of projects designed to fill more niche roles in society are likely to emerge in the coming months. Three sectors that have the potential to see significant growth in 2022 are … [Read more...] about 3 ways blockchain technology could further mainstream in 2022
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‘Avoid Ban on Private Cryptocurrencies,’ Indian Technology Think Tank CIS Recommends
The Indian government should avoid a ban on private cryptocurrencies, according to a report by Indian non-profit organization Centre for Internet and Society (CIS), which has been cited by lawmakers for reference in the past.The report comes as the Indian government is looking to introduce a crypto bill that will reportedly ban most private cryptocurrencies. But first it needs … [Read more...] about ‘Avoid Ban on Private Cryptocurrencies,’ Indian Technology Think Tank CIS Recommends
Why the world’s largest museum is embracing NFT technology
Eventually, all museums will build their digital copy in the metaverse, according to Dmitry Ozerkov, the head of the Contemporary Art Department at The State Hermitage Museum. Ozerkov is currently developing the “Celestial Hermitage”, a digital version of the iconic Russian museum, which will be exhibiting NFT art. "We are all moving into the digital era and our digital twin … [Read more...] about Why the world’s largest museum is embracing NFT technology
Puerto Rico wants to combat corruption with blockchain technology
Following another corruption scandal, the government of Puerto Rico is reportedly seeking to improve its anti-corruption efforts by adopting blockchain technology.Puerto Rican House Speaker Rafael “Tatito” Hernandez announced that lawmakers will hold meetings with local blockchain enthusiasts this month to discuss the potential adoption of blockchain technology to reduce … [Read more...] about Puerto Rico wants to combat corruption with blockchain technology
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Located in the city of Daejeon in the center of South Korea, KAIST was the country’s first public science-focused research institution when it was founded in the 1970s. It is now considered the country’s top university in that field. The city of Daejeon is itself a center of technological research and enterprise, with more than 200 research institutes in its “Daedeok Science … [Read more...] about Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology