Blockchain Disruption

Without supply chains, non-fisherman wouldn't be able to enjoy fresh salmon. Techies would have to trek to the factory to get their hands on the latest iPhone model or VR headset.

Eric Piscini and his team at Citizens Reserve are well aware that supply chains keep the world spinning, but he's also seen that most supply chains are broken. His solution: apply blockchain technology to supply chains, and watch inefficiencies and obstacles melt away.

Amidst the blockchain bluster lies a select few use cases that will have an impact on the future of the industry — it's not a matter of if, only when. Hyperledger is an open-source, collaborative platform for developers, and its impact crosses industry lines. Put simply, Hyperledger is one of the few can't-miss (knock on wood) blockchain concepts, and it has the funding necessary for continued growth. Listen to today's episodes to soak up rare insights from Brian Behlendorf, one of the foremost authorities on blockchain tech.

Every cryptocurrency exchange and/or wallet claims to be one-of-a-kind. It's fair to wonder why anyone should believe such claims.

What does QUANTA, a decentralized cryptocurrency exchange, offer that would make serious crypto investors pay attention? They've got the prerequisites of any functional exchange — liquidity, above average trade times, and a solid reputation. Beyond this, QUANTA users can point to the leadership of Quoc Le as reason to invest and trade using the QUANTA platform.

Listen to hear more about not only QUANTA, but also the future of decentralized crypto trading.

It turns out there are many people talking about blockchain's potential to disrupt the energy sector — you just need to know where to find them. We were fortunate to track down one blockchain enthusiast within the energy sector, Robert Godes. As the founder, president, and CTO of Brillouin Energy, Godes has a firsthand view of blockchain's impact on the future of energy.

Tune into today's episode to hear how Brillouin Energy and their ilk are applying blockchain to energy trading, tracking, and beyond.

As humanity stores more and more of their sensitive information in digital not-so-strongholds, these breaches will only increase in scale and frequency. You could — scratch that, you will — fall victim unless serious changes come to data security processes. Pikcio AG, under the leadership of their President Didier Collin de Casaubon, aims to help improve data security while helping businesses make heads and tails of their customer data.

Listen to find out how blockchain could keep your data safe from the mouth of an industry insider.

When was the last time you spoke to someone who has advised foreign governments on the blockchain space? If your answer is "never", you're surely not alone. Fortunately, we've got you covered. Kendrick Nguyen, Co-Founder and CEO of crowdfunding platform Republic, has spent plenty of time in Washington discussing the merits of blockchain technology.

Listen to today's episodes to catch a glimpse into the life of an international blockchain advisor.

SRAX's digital marketing, consumer data management and distribution technology platform is powered by blockchain technology. Their aim is to allow consumers greater power over their data — to protect or sell, however they please.

In this episode, Kristoffer shares insight into the state of blockchain in digital media, and how SRAX is differentiating themselves from the pack. Listen for a firsthand look into blockchain's impact on the media landscape.

Some of the best use cases for blockchain aren't especially flashy. One of those examples is Fluree, which aims to provide a blockchain-driven records-keeping solution with appeal to a broad range of businesses. Brian Platz, co-CEO of Fluree, and his team aren't striving to reinvent the wheel — instead, they want to leverage existing technologies to reduce the cost and hassle of blockchain adoption.

Take a listen to today's episode to learn more about Fluree and Platz's vision for the future of blockchain.

It's 2019, and art trading went digital long ago. But the evolution of art exchange hasn't stopped with the internet. The likes of Jason Rosenstein and Peter Engleman — co-founders of blockchain-powered art exchange Portion — are exploring the new frontier of art trading on blockchain platforms.

Listen to today's episode to get a glimpse into the state of blockchain in the art trading marketplace.

When an obvious need in an industry aligns with the potential of blockchain technology, a use case emerges. As employees of a data aggregation service with a blockchain twist, Lisa Smith and William Fox of Data Gumbo found their company centered at the intersection of industry-wide need and a blockchain-powered solution.

Listen to today's episode to glean insight from the minds of two blockchain industry pros.