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Cryptocurrency
Crypto Regulation Challenges: Balancing Innovation and Investor Protection
The continued growth of the cryptocurrency industry and a string of exchange failures has sparked numerous debates surrounding the need for regulatory frameworks. Regulators worldwide have expressed concern regarding the risks posed by digital assets, with some taking steps to regulate as much of the space as possible. However, lawmakers struggle to strike the delicate balance […]
Cryptocurrency
Oracle (Blockchain Oracle)
What is an Oracle? An oracle is a third-party service that enables a smart contract to access data from an external source. The service acts as a bridge between a blockchain and information in the real world. Without this middleware layer, smart contracts would only be able to access data already on the blockchain. This […]
Software
How Crypto Can Help Women Gain More Equal Footing in Business Leadership
With the potential to allow for rapid financial transactions without the need for an intermediary, anywhere in the world, there’s no question that crypto is a game-changer. But will it change the game for women? The women here believe that its tremendous potential will serve women who seek out new investment and business opportunities. “The […]
Tech 101
Tech's On-Going Obsession With Virtual Reality
Virtual reality (VR) has been one of the most important technological crazes of modern times. Although the original idea can be traced back to the early ’80s, in the last few years we’ve kept hearing the same question being asked over and over: “Is THIS the year of VR?” Because of the inherent limits of […]
Emerging Technology
The Future of Blockchain: Experts Predict the Next Big Use of Blockchain Technology
We’ve heard a lot about blockchain technology in recent times. Blockchain is a critical part of the bitcoin peer-to-peer payment system and its ledger has helped improve transparency for transactions. But what else can this technology do? There have been a lot of predictions as to the next great use of blockchain tech. Some have […]
Software
How Can Analytics Improve Business? - TechWise Episode 2 Transcript
Editor's Note: This is a transcript of one of our past webcasts. Eric Kavanagh: Ladies and gentlemen, hello and welcome back once again to Episode 2 of TechWise. Yes, indeed, it’s time to get wise people! I’ve got a bunch of really smart people on the line today to help us in that endeavor. My […]
Identity & Access Governance
A Deep Dive Into Hadoop - TechWise Episode 1 Transcript
Editor’s Note: This is a transcript of a live Webcast. You can view the webcast in full here. Eric Kavanagh: Ladies and gentleman, it’s time to get wise! It’s time for TechWise, a brand new show! My name is Eric Kavanagh. I’m going to be your moderator for our inaugural episode of TechWise. That’s exactly […]
Privacy and Compliance
Jonathan Nightingale, Firefox VP of Engineering, Talks Firefox OS
Firefox first demoed its Linux-based Firefox OS last year. Now, just over a year later, it has networks and manufacturers on board. Of course, it’s hard to imagine another mobile OS in the iOS and Android-dominated marketplace. After all, many other attempts at a mobile OS have not been that successful. But Firefox’s VP of […]
Infrastructure Management
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
What is Information and Communication Technology (ICT)? Information and communications technology (ICT) is the use of computing and telecommunication technologies, systems, and tools to facilitate the way information is created, collected, processed, transmitted, and stored. It includes computing technologies like servers, laptop computers, and software applications, as well as the wired and wireless communication technologies […]
Gaming
First Person Shooter (FPS)
What is First Person Shooter (FPS)? First person shooter (FPS) is a type of shooter video game in which the player experiences the game through the eyes of the character they control. FPS games typically involve the use of firearms and require players to have fast reflexes, spatial awareness, and good hand-eye coordination. While FPS […]
