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The future of AI is collaborative
AI is becoming increasingly widespread, affecting all facets of society — even Sonic drive-ins are planning to implement artificial intelligence to provide better customer service. Of course, every time a new innovation appears in the realm of AI, fears arise regarding its potential to replace human jobs. дальше »
2019-5-21 19:16 | |
Big Bang Games Hosting 2019 Asia Pacific Blockchain Summit
The Summit is an Exclusive VIP summit to be held on 1st June 2019, in Singapore. Blockchain technology has become a subversive core technology as important as the steam engine, electricity, and the Internet because of its non-tamperable, traceable and transparent nature. дальше »
2019-5-21 18:15 | |
Looking Back In History: All Bitcoin Logo Transformations To Date
Looking Back In History: All Bitcoin Logo Transformations To Date In today’s society, crypto giant, Bitcoin [BTC] has established as far as being recognized by its logo alone. The big “B” followed by the two lines going through it like that of a dollar sign – all housed within a circle to represent a coin […] дальше »
2019-5-20 19:26 | |
Why this geneticist says we should stop human evolution
Measles cases in the US have hit a 25-year high, with 78 new infections in the past week alone. In a sign of the times, a cruise ship with hundreds of Scientologists on board was quarantined in St Lucia after one passenger was diagnosed with the disease. дальше »
2019-5-17 18:57 | |
The Blockchain Paradox
Blockchains offer potential solutions to deep-seated problems in society, but their own governance issues need to be solved first, writes Pindar Wong. дальше »
2019-5-15 12:00 | |
The Five Blockchain Principles of IBM
Technology typically adds positive value to society, and as such, it can deliver demonstrable good for the world; according to IBM, blockchain can further this sentiment. In an IBM Blockchain Pulse blog post, May 13, 2019, the tech behemoth lays out the guiding principles it adheres to, which it believes are key to “ buildingRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-5-15 12:00 | |
Британские учёные создали альтернативу криптовалютам
Учёные из Кембриджского университета разработали новую систему цифровых денег – «S-деньги», работающую на принципах квантовой физики. Она может стать альтернативой криптовалютам, поскольку превосходит их в смысле безопасности платежей и их скорости. дальше »
2019-5-13 14:55 | |
Bitcoin’s Got Nothing on This: 2018 Report Finds $7 Billion Laundered Through British Columbia
Organized crime in the real estate market This is “malignant cancer on our economy and our society”, Attorney General Bitcoin has been bashed by government officials and big names on the grounds that it is used for money laundering and as a result, should be banned. дальше »
2019-5-12 19:03 | |
“Cashless” Sweden Wants Citizens to Hoard “Cash” in Case of Cyberwarfare
Sweden’s Civil Contingencies Agency issues guidance to stockpile cash Could Bitcoin have a role to play in case of emergency like power cuts, technology glitches, terrorism or war Cashless payments are what the world is moving towards and the Swedish government has been the example for that “cashless society.” The central bank of Sweden, Riksbank […] дальше »
2019-5-11 20:44 | |
How to combat human trafficking with data science
Modern slavery is unfortunately still part of our global reality, with more than 40 million people believed to be victims of human trafficking around the world. It’s up to governments, organizations, and society as a whole to battle this evil – and as we heard at TNW2019 Conference, data science can help. дальше »
2019-5-10 14:27 | |
It’s the algorithm’s world (we’re just living in it)
One of the most controversial political theorists of the 20th century was Francis Fukuyama, who postulated that history had ended. What did he mean by that? His argument, summed up somewhat inelegantly, was that humanity had perfected the rules that would guide society from that point forwards. дальше »
2019-5-10 12:38 | |
Британские учёные создали альтернативу криптовалютам
Учёные из Кембриджского университета разработали новую систему цифровых денег – «S-деньги», работающую на принципах квантовой физики. Она может стать альтернативой криптовалютам, поскольку превосходит их в смысле безопасности платежей и их скорости. дальше »
2019-5-10 11:06 | |
Ученый разработал новый тип криптовалют без блокчейна
Профессор Кембриджского университета Эдриан Кент разработал концепцию проведения безопасных транзакций с помощью нового типа виртуальных денег, основанных на принципах квантовой физики, - S-money. Статья об исследовании опубликована в журнале Proceedings of the Royal Society A. дальше »
2019-5-9 17:00 | |
Разработан новый тип криптовалюты без использования блокчейна
Профессор Кембриджского университета Эдриан Кент разработал концепцию проведения безопасных транзакций с помощью нового типа виртуальных денег, основанных на принципах квантовой физики, — S-money. дальше »
2019-5-9 13:30 | |
Proof of Formulation (PoF): New Blockchain Algorithm Promises to Dominate the dApps Market
The Blockchain technology is undoubtedly a disruptive technology that has brought a revolutionary way to present a variety of uses cases from a decentralized approach totally different to what society was used to before Bitcoin brought it to the public arena in 2008 From voting, registers, notaries and online games, the proposal of the chain […] дальше »
2019-5-9 04:25 | |
If Paper Money Is Banned From Large Transactions, Can This Be A Bullish Sign For Cryptos?
Many societies are currently moving towards the so-called cashless society. Will Bitcoin be a part of this trend? In order to discover this, we have to look at this trend closely. Australia, for instance, is about to ban cash for large transactions. дальше »
2019-5-7 23:20 | |
Bitcoin [BTC]: Cash booted out of large-scale transactions, bullish sign for cryptocurrencies?
With the fervent wave of development ensconcing global economies of the world, the overwhelming goal stated by most is that of a “cashless society. ” Australia, is one such example, with the island country months from enforcing an actual ban on cash-based transactions over AUD $10,000. дальше »
2019-5-6 16:00 | |
Crypto Assets And Smart Contracts Will Eventually Enter Into Social Fabric, UK Lawyer Affirms
Sir Geoffery Vos, Chancellor of the High Court in the United Kingdom, has recently talked about how cryptocurrencies and smart contracts are inevitable, but they should be regulated in order to provide society with the best results. дальше »
2019-5-4 02:44 | |
Cryptocurrency and Smart Contracts Will For Sure Enter Into Society, Says Senior UK Lawyer
According to the Chancellor of the High Court, both crypto and smart contracts will ultimately “pass the starting line” in the U.K.
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How Lush is elevating the retail experience through ethical technology
Cosmetics company Lush is well-known for using their voice to support global causes. From wildlife protection to LGBTQ+ rights, Lush aims to give more than it takes from society and the environment – and they’re using the latest tech to do it. дальше »
2019-5-3 16:03 | |
Clueless: Joe Biden’s China Gaffe Betrays Ex-VP’s Utter Economic Ignorance
By CCN: At a recent campaign stop, Joe Biden balked at the idea that China competes with U. S. businesses. The apparently-clueless former vice president actually pointed to disadvantages in the geography of China’s territorial land. дальше »
2019-5-2 19:06 | |
One Hundred Organizations, Twenty Governments Team Up For Global Blockchain in Supply Chains Cooperation
“Leaders from the global supply chain and logistics industry, the world’s largest ports, blockchain start-ups, importers/exporters and civil society have teamed up with the World Economic Forum, the International Organization... дальше »
2019-5-1 20:58 | |
Bitcoin and Blockchain-A match made in heaven for Online Gambling
Bitcoin has been around for over 10 years now, and while it is still a long way off from replacing cash, it certainly seems to have found a place in society. Adoption of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has been hindered largely by the fact that they don’t yet offer many real-life use cases. дальше »
2019-5-1 16:30 | |
Despite Crypto Winter, US Bitcoin Awareness, Knowledge, and Perception Increased “Dramatically” Since 2017
Research suggests that Bitcoin is more fully understood and accepted today across US society than it was at the height of the bull market of 2017. According to a recent study, young adults are way ahead of other demographics with regards awareness, familiarity, perception, and likelihood to buy Bitcoin in the future. дальше »
2019-5-1 02:00 | |
Sweden Central Bank Pushes for Clarification of Legal Tender, Set to User in the Bitcoin Crypto Era
According to an article by the Financial Post “cash is almost extinct” in Sweden due to the country’s efforts to become a cashless society. Recently, Sweden’s Central Bank, also known as Riksbank, released a statement requesting clarification on legal tender. дальше »
2019-4-30 18:24 | |
Crypto Day of Reckoning In Sweden? Central Bank Urges Clarification on Legal Tender
The oldest central bank on the planet has called on politicians to define the concept of money legally and its definition may include crypto. In an increasingly cashless society, the Swedish Riksbank is struggling to come to terms with its diminishing responsibilities and is seeking clarification on them as a matter of urgency. дальше »
2019-4-30 02:00 | |
Our smartphone addiction isn’t just bad for our mental health, it’s a security risk
We’ve all had the “smartphone conversation. ” The one about our unhealthy obsession and inability to put phones down. This fear is legitimized by research, showing that we spend approximately one third of our waking hours on our mobile devices – just over five hours per day. дальше »
2019-4-28 17:00 | |
Mark Zuckerberg has a podcast now – but you may have already heard it
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg just launched a podcast the same day that his company issued its latest quarterly earnings report. But if you’ve been following his public posts on the social network over the few months, you’ve probably already heard the first two episodes. дальше »
2019-4-25 08:43 | |
Deep learning can help us eradicate suicide – but only if we let it
Humanity’s mental health crisis has reached pandemic proportions. Bluntly put: we don’t seem capable of solving the problem on our own. Cutting edge AI research shows a clear path forward, but society as a whole will have to accept the fact that mental health is real in order for us to take the first steps. дальше »
2019-4-25 02:52 | |
Why philosophy and business should go hand in hand
Business people and entrepreneurs like myself often talk about ‘nice to have’ and ‘need to have. ’ The latter refers to things you cannot do without. In a start-up IT company like mine, this could be things like a computer, desk, chair, and mobile phone. дальше »
2019-4-22 11:00 | |
Trump Effect? Foxconn Billionaire Runs for Office at Sea Goddess’ Command
By CCN: The Trump effect has rubbed off on Taiwanese billionaire Terry Gou who announced he will campaign for president. What prompted the startling decision to run for office? A sea goddess told him to do it. дальше »
2019-4-19 00:29 | |
Cryptocurrencies Will Never Replace Us, Cries Romanian Central Bank Official
By CCN. com: Central bankers occasionally lose their guard and reveal that they are constantly worrying they will be rendered irrelevant by cryptocurrencies. The latest proof comes from the National Bank of Romania courtesy of the central bank’s administration council member, Daniel Daianu. дальше »
2019-4-17 12:48 | |
VIMee ICO
VIMee is a social network being developed on the Waves high speed blockchain technology that supports community building and social interaction with cryptocurrency rewards. VIMee combines the simplicity of centralized social media, with the security of decentralization, and the flexibility cryptocurrency brings. дальше »
2019-4-16 17:03 | |
Op Ed: Bitcoin Is Turning Left vs. Right Into Big Data vs. Privacy
The political spectrum is usually divided into four main categories: libertarian left, authoritarian left, libertarian right and authoritarian right. Those on the left prefer a more controlled economy, while those on the right have a preference for free markets. дальше »
2019-4-16 22:26 | |
Meet the nonprofit that’s already fighting for the rights of sentient robots
Movies like Blade Runner and other science fiction tend to depict robots as self-aware machines, capable of making their own decisions and able to express personality and emotion. Robots aren’t sentient yet, but if in the future they do become self-aware, should we stop treating them like property and give them basic human rights? aight shut her down https://t. дальше »
2019-4-10 11:05 | |
Elon Musk Confirms Autonomous Teslas Will Make Their Owners Money
Elon Musk has become one of the most charismatic individuals in the technology sector. While his companies may not necessarily be profitable, the products he offers to society are always a topic of discussion. дальше »
2019-4-7 15:31 | |
VanEck Director: Bitcoin (BTC) could be a solution For US Inflation Issue
The CEO of VanEck believes that in the case of inflation in the United States, Bitcoin could be used to counter it, with some cryptocurrency enthusiasts further noting that BTC could be used to hedge against a cashless society. дальше »
2019-4-6 20:10 | |
We’re losing control of tech’s future – here’s how we can reclaim it
We seem to be at a crossroads when it comes to the future of tech. Advancements in fields like artificial intelligence raise dangers we need to collectively address as a society, before it’s too late. дальше »
2019-4-5 19:08 | |
Research Suggests Bitcoin Adoption Growing Organically in Emerging Markets
Many of its proponents argue that the greatest impact Bitcoin will have on society will be in developing nations. The belief is that the current most popular permissionless and non-government-correlated asset will one day allow for those in emerging markets to access banking-like services to connect the billions around the world lacking them with a. дальше »
2019-4-5 02:00 | |
First SEC-Registered Investment Firm Experiences Rapid Growth
Block Society, the startup that went viral when it became the first ever cryptocurrency-focused SEC-Registered Investment firm has just concluded its first month of operation. In that short period of time, the firm has hit some pretty incredible goals. дальше »
2019-4-2 17:15 | |
Exclusive: Crypto Founder Lashes Out, Blames SEC for ‘Starving’ Innovation
“My name is David Siegel, I am a regulatory refugee from the United States. ” This is how David Siegel, founder of crypto projects Pillar and 20|30, starts his presentations. What challenges have you faced building projects within the blockchain industry? Siegel understands the need for innovation and disruption within economies, and he can get more done in the UK and Europe than he can in the US. дальше »
2019-4-1 02:30 | |
Ripple and xRapid Praised by the World Bank in Recent Article
The rise of the blockchain is revolutionizing the way society interacts financially. Despite the substantial influence that traditional services have, every new day serves to establish DLTs and the cryptocurrencies as a robust and reliable. дальше »
2019-3-31 17:41 | |
After birthing two of the most successful cryptocurrency CEOs, does this equate that Canada is likely to become a full-time player in the crypto space?
Canada is one of the leading countries in the world, with an educational system that has been home to a large number of society builders, some of which have significantly influenced the structure of cryptocurrency and blockchain with outstanding creations that have gone on to lead the pathway for digital currencies to thrive. дальше »
2019-3-29 10:41 | |
Cashless Society Means More Surveillance, Bitcoin Is Indispensable
The world is shifting towards cashless and China and several European economies are leading the way. Will this mean more surveillance eroding our privacy? If that is the case, Bitcoin and crypto is indispensable. дальше »
2019-3-28 12:15 | |