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Breakout groups that meet at Chi Hack Night every Tuesday in Chicago
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Blockchain Technology & Cryptocurrencies #76

Closed GeorgeChikovani closed 4 years ago

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

About the group

Blockchain technology is the most important invention in computing in a generation because, for the first time in human history, we have at our disposal a truly native digital medium for peer-to-peer value exchange. Blockchain, a vast global platform based on a distributed ledger, establishes the rules in the form of computations and heavy duty encryption that enable two or more parties to transact or do business without needing a third party to establish trust.

Rather than relying on a bank, government or other intermediary to create trust, the blockchain ensures it through mass collaboration and clever code. Trust is built into the system, which is why we call blockchain the Trust Protocol.

Taken one step further, the blockchain also acts as a ledger of accounts, a database, a notary, a sentry, and clearing house, all by consensus. We believe it is the second generation of the Internet and holds the potential to rewire the economic power grid and shake up the old order of things for the better.

Did I mention Bitcoin? yeah, the system of Bitcoin is entirely based on the blockchain.

Group leaders

George Chikovani george@idf.solutions

Who we're looking for

We are looking for anyone interested in decentralized peer-to-peer systems and cryptocurrency.

Relevant Links

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blockchain_(database) http://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2017/01/24/a-complete-beginners-guide-to-blockchain/#4c353cf366a6 http://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2016/05/27/how-blockchain-technology-could-change-the-world/#3f75bc1d49e0 http://business.nasdaq.com/Docs/Blockchain%20Report%20March%202016_tcm5044-26461.pdf

Where we meet

We meet at the main event room.

bluebackground commented 7 years ago

When is the next meet up for this group?

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

Tuesday, February 21. See you at ChiHack Night. https://chihacknight.org/

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

How Blockchain Technology Could Change The World?

http://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2017/01/24/a-complete-beginners-guide-to-blockchain/#4c353cf366a6

sebastiankelle commented 7 years ago

Hi guys. It was great to meet you! Here is the link to the UK's initiative to use blockchain technology in the educational context. http://blockchain.open.ac.uk/ I know the people working on this and can establish the contact if we need something from them.

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

Thanks for sharing!

themantalope commented 7 years ago

Will the blockchain group be meeting tonight?

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

Yes, we will be meeting today evening!

mishakogan commented 7 years ago

Will there be a session on the 20th of June?

GeorgeChikovani commented 7 years ago

@mishakogan,

Yes, there will be.

kellygross commented 7 years ago

Sorry - new here and to Chi Hack night. So, do you guys break out into this working group every time Chi Hack night meets (eg. every Tu) - just after the main presentation? And if so, generally how long are the main presentations? Are there any evenings specifically for blockchain? Thank you!

derekeder commented 7 years ago

As long as this issue is open, that means this group is planning to meet during breakout groups next Tuesday.

Presentations usually wrap up around 7:15-7:30p and we have the Braintree space until 9:30p

kellygross commented 7 years ago

Thank you!

derekeder commented 5 years ago

hi @GeorgeChikovani - is this breakout group still active & meeting at Chi Hack Night?

GeorgeChikovani commented 5 years ago

Hi Derek, Yes it is.

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GeorgeChikovani commented 5 years ago

When is the next meet up for this group?

GeorgeChikovani commented 5 years ago

When is the next meet up for this group?

emilyannesmith commented 5 years ago

Hi, is this breakout group still active at the hack nights?

derekeder commented 4 years ago

Looks like this group is no longer active. Closing for now.