Blockchain is still an immature technology, but is already positioned to help provide new options for data management within companies. It is, in essence, a global database. Blockchain is capable of verifying the authenticity of hard drives and other electronics, providing an immutable record of origin and ownership. Look for more blockchain-based approaches to verifying the authenticity of IoT and edge devices, as well as safeguarding transactions.
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