SXSW 2019

Real-World Impact Through Blockchain Applications

Description:

Blockchain has been this year's buzzword, but most individuals don't understand what it is and how it can improve their lives. The majority of blockchain innovations have been technology and payment focused, but blockchain can be used in consumer applications including: creating artwork collectively, tracking music copyrights, and verifying the authenticity of luxury goods. In this panel we will cover everything from rewards-type tokens to blockchain storage of digital assets. Blockchain can be life-changing and we will discuss social impact projects as well as responsibility of technology and how decentralization can benefit by removing need for trusted third parties. Additionally we will cover clever ways you may want to implement blockchain into your company or project.


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Takeaways

  1. Smart contracts can be used to remove trusted third parties and will change everything from how real estate is sold to how you are paid at work.
  2. Blockchain storage can be used to build a decentralized internet with hack-proof storage of personal info and platforms for collaborative creativity.
  3. How blockchain can be used to help others including systems that track charitable donations and others giving fair payments to farmers and artisans.

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Organizer

Crystal Stranger, Founder and CEO, PeaCounts


Meta Information:

  • Event: SXSW
  • Format: Panel
  • Track: Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
  • Track 2
  • Level: Beginner


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