Can blockchain be used without cryptocurrency?
Blockchain technology supports cryptocurrencies but can also be used for supply chain tracking, identity management systems, healthcare and more. Can smart contracts exist without blockchain?Blockchain technology is necessary for smart contracts to function because it enables automated agreements to be conducted and carried out without the involvement of a third party. Similar to smart contracts, database systems can have self-executing components such as triggers and stored procedures. Still, they cannot enforce immutability because anyone with administrator rights can undo any....
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