{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/b844af82-62fd-59f4-930b-8dfd1adc1298/6263820070bd1500132687a1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"QUICK TIP - Blockchain Technology and the future of security","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/610bd0ee748075fb7a971e9a/1650688505774-1f138c01a3ddfade293914b68b66e5de.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Blockchain is the technology behind cryptocurrencies. In this Quick Tip <strong>Edmund McCormack </strong>explains some of the future use cases for Blockchain. Edmund is the founder of the crypto-education platform&nbsp;<a href=\"https://dchained.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>DCHAINED</strong></a>. He's committed to helping everyday investors understand Bitcoin, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. This world can often feel complex and intimidating but&nbsp;<strong>DCHAINED</strong>&nbsp;utilises proven online education technologies with an enthusiastic community of experts to help clarify the nebulous world of crypto investing. Blockchain is commonly defined as a distributed ledger that records and stores information or data. It is a decentralized network with no central authority. Information stored on the blockchain is transparent and immutable. Read more here at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://dchained.com/blockchain/what-is-blockchain/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Blockchain for Dummies: What Is Blockchain? (dchained.com)</a></p><p><strong>Sharesight</strong> is the best portfolio tracking tool in the known universe - and they are pleased to extend a SPECIAL OFFER to listeners of this podcast: <strong>Save</strong> <strong>4 months </strong>on an annual premium plan! <a href=\"https://www.sharesight.com/stocksforbeginners/?utm_source=aff-stocksforbeginners&amp;utm_medium=affiliates&amp;utm_campaign=aff-stocksforbeginners\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Click here</a> and sign up now for a 7 day free trial.&nbsp;Or go to <a href=\"https://www.sharesight.com/stocksforbeginners\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.sharesight.com/stocksforbeginners</a></p><p>Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use these link to make a purchase. You will also usually receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they’re offering something of value.<strong>&nbsp;</strong>Stocks for Beginners is for information and educational purposes only. It isn’t financial advice, and you shouldn’t buy or sell any investments based on what you’ve heard here. Any opinion or commentary is the view of the speaker only not Stocks for Beginners. This podcast doesn’t replace professional advice regarding your personal financial needs, circumstances or current situation.</p>","author_name":"Philip Muscatello - Investment Education for the Stock Market"}