Benefits of blockchain in emerging markets
Blockchain in emerging markets promises to drive down to the cost of remittances and trade finance, improving financial inclusion for many of the world’s nearly two billion people currently without a bank account. One thing that categorizes developing countries is inadequate access to banking. Individuals and small businesses would like greater access to financial services […]
Ethereum smart contracts vs. Stellar smart contracts
Ethereum smart contracts vs. Stellar smart contracts is a binary I often have to answer in my consulting work and product design workshops. The answer, of course, is not always so straightforward. What are the pros and cons of each innovative solution and when should you choose one over the other? A lot has to […]
Is web application testing worth the expense?
Recently a client asked me how I prove application testing is worth the money? For me, it’s obvious that testing is a vital part of the development process. Without it, there is little chance for a successful, high-quality product. So how do I prove it to someone who isn’t familiar with the reality of the […]
Blockchain in multi-domain command and control targeting
To effectively plan and accomplish today’s complex military activities in defense of a country’s best interest calls for timely, reliable, trusted, and clear communications across a lengthy chain-of-command covering multi-national forces. Unlike traditional guard solutions that are accompanied by several drawbacks, such as lack of trusted end-to-end data provenance, blockchain technology can facilitate and accelerate […]
