How blockchain works and why it matters

© Alexander Kirch

Still don’t understand blockchain? You probably aren’t alone, and if so this explainer from geopolitical analyst and strategic forecast Stratfor will be very useful. In layman’s terms, it traces blockchain’s origins in developing bitcoin, how it is come to virtually unhackable and what the implications of that are. “Ultimately, the key attribute of the technology is its ability to ensure and enshrine an often-undervalued commodity: trust.”. Oh, and the article is accompanied by a very interesting 20-minute podcast.