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Технологии

How Edge Computing Can Make Us More Resilient in a Crisis

By moving computer processing away from centralized locations to local devices, edge computing is more dependable in a crisis, says VC Jalak Jobanputra.

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Финансы

Wuhan Days: What I Learned About Blockchain From Two Months Under Lockdown

A DeFi professional describes life under quarantine in COVID-19's epicenter. When the next crisis comes, he says, blockchain tech will be ready to help.

A guard polices access to a shopping area in Wuhan. (Credit: Shutterstock)

Финансы

Your Crypto Startup Needs a Recession Strategy

A shakeout is coming in crypto venture capital and entrepreneurs should react with a new plan, says our columnist.

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Политика

How to Get Money to People in an Emergency, Fast

How do you get emergency dollars to Americans fast? You use smartphones, not checks and bank accounts.

U.S. dollars

Рынки

China Is Winning the Coronavirus Information War

The coronavirus crisis creates a geopolitical opportunity for China, starting with digital currencies, says Teddy Fusaro of Bitwise.

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Рынки

Digital Assets Are More Recession-Proof Than You Might Think

Like gift cards, digital tokens represent claims on future services. In a downturn, those tokens may not lose value as readily as equities and debt.

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Политика

How to Protect Your Online Privacy While Working From Home

From your router to your browser, tips from a privacy professional about staying safe online during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Политика

How Blockchain Tech Can Make Coronavirus Relief More Effective

Smart contracts and distributed ledgers can bring accountability and certainty to coronavirus relief efforts, says economist Stephanie Hurder.

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Рынки

Looking for a Safe Haven Digital Asset? Try Gold

Gold has traditionally been a safe place to invest during market turmoil. Now there's an even better version: tokenized gold, says the CEO of Smart Valor, a European exchange.

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Политика

Corporate America Knows the Bailout Is Baked In

Corporate America has embraced fragility, says Nic Carter. Its business model depends on a bailout.

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