Blockchain is the Next Line of Defense for Cyber Security
Cyber security is a growing concern among individual users and enterprises these days. State-sponsored hacking attempts are becoming more common, and there seems to be no improvement in sight. Blockchain technology could alleviate a lot of concerns, due to its decentralized and distributed nature. Mainly the financial system seems vulnerable to these....
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