Category: Industry Insights
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Common European Data Spaces: Fostering Data Innovation & Collaboration in the EU
The Common European Data Spaces is a European Union (EU) initiative to connect entrepreneurs, innovators, developers, and companies by creating sector-specific data spaces. The project aims to establish a safe digital environment for European businesses and individuals. This article explains the concept of common data spaces and their benefits for companies and investors in Europe.…
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How Biometric Data Collection Can Be Dangerous — Even When Built With Blockchain
Governments have been collecting our data biometric data for decades now, and although some people seem to be bothered by it, most acknowledge it’s a necessary evil — some countries won’t approve your entry without it. However, one thing is to provide our personal data when it’s mandatory; another is to — although willingly —…
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Hyperautomation: The Power of Blending AI, Blockchain, and RPA
Yes, you’ve probably heard about automation and how automating processes can positively impact a company’s workflows, and even increase revenue by high percentages. But what about hyperautomation? Lately, this term has been thrown a lot across the internet, with promises of high revenue increases and ease of processes. Keep scrolling and find out what hyperautomation…
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Cybercrime on the Rise: Why Is Securing OT Systems Paramount?
Sure, the software has been heavily hit by cybercrime, and we have all seen the news: huge hacking jobs on social media companies, sensitive data stolen for sale, and so on. But did you know that a cyber attack on the technology of a power plant can shut the whole system down? Learn the dangers…
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For the Greater Good: Using Blockchain for Social Change
Although most people know blockchain is the underlying technology driving the crypto craze, some have no idea this tech has other uses. By leveraging its core principles of decentralization, transparency, and security, blockchain is enabling innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges — namely within impoverished communities and during natural disasters. From…
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Bug Bounty Programs: How Outsourcing Can Help Your Project
Integritee is kickstarting a bug bounty program, encouraging ethical hackers and developers interested in our technology to help us enhance our platform and services. Our first program makes you eligible to get up to 10,000 USD! Read all about what a bug bounty program is, how it unfolds, and what participants can get. First things…
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DePINs: Harnessing the Power of Connectivity to Build Real-World Applications
Crypto is the first thing that comes to mind when discussing blockchain. But as we know, this technology has countless other uses; they’re just not as tangible as digital money. However, a new trend is emerging — and becoming the talk of the town among venture capitalists: DePINs, short for Decentralized Physical Infrastructures. In simple…
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MiCA & Other Crypto-Related Regulations: Striking the Right Balance
When crypto first emerged, there were no laws or rules regarding these digital transfers. The then unregulated market operated globally and there were no norms to adhere to. However, as it becomes bigger and more structured, countries all over feel the need to set some boundaries and create a legal framework to regulate it. The…
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DEXs on Polkadot: Leveraging the Power of Substrate & Shared Security
Ever wondered about the differences between the DEXs built on Polkadot and the ones launched in other blockchain ecosystems? Let’s dive into the structure of some Substrate-based trading platforms and understand why they have different unique designs. There are two major types of platforms to exchange crypto. Centralized Exchanges (CEXs) are controlled by a central…
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Slot Auctions vs Coretime: What’s Changing for Polkadot Projects
Parachain slots were allocated on Polkadot via slot auctions, but those are going to be replaced with a new method: enter Coretime, Polkadot’s new parachain allocation system. In this article, we explore the concept and how it works. Until now, Polkadot’s architecture can be broken down into the Relay Chain, parathreads, parachains, and the elements…