The 2nd National Blockchain Workshop, organized by TÜBİTAK BİLGEM UEKAE Blockchain Research Laboratory (BZLab), took place on September 25-26, 2019, at the Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar Congress and Exhibition Center. This event brought together professionals, academics, and researchers from the public and private sectors, providing an important platform to shape the future of blockchain technology.
Blockchain Technology Offers a Mathematical Solution to Trust Issues The main theme of the workshop was "Digital Identity in Blockchain." Under this theme, discussions revolved around how blockchain technology could affect individuals' lives and improve daily business processes. The potential of blockchain to provide fast and secure processes in various fields, from public services to electronic services of private institutions, was examined. Additionally, topics such as preserving privacy and increasing participation in the digital world were discussed.
Prominent Figures in the Industry Shared Insights
Within the scope of the workshop, topics relevant to the industry's agenda, such as government-controlled currencies, consensus mechanisms, and practical usage scenarios, were addressed by experts. Guest speakers included leading figures in the industry such as Dr. Phillip J. Windley, Prof. Dr. David Chadwick, Michael Herman, and Mike Lodder.
Blockchain, The Technology of the Future
The future of blockchain technology looks promising. The workshop emphasized that blockchain is not limited to financial services but can deeply impact various sectors and business processes. Blockchain stands out as a technology that provides a solution to trust issues by basing trust on a mathematical foundation and offering a distributed structure.
This event served as a platform highlighting the importance of blockchain technology in Turkey and globally. Led by TÜBİTAK BİLGEM, the workshop contributed to taking significant steps in the blockchain field and supporting the industry's development.
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