About author: Lisa Bowman

Far from its introductory issue of just 10,000 copies, High Times, “the original voice in cannabis” is expanding, and it’s inviting cryptocurrency along for the ride. The New York-based company is offering shares of its stock for just $11 per share, with a minimum investment of $99, as stated on their website as of August 2, 2018. Living on the…

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The introduction of cryptocurrency sparked much excitement in the liberty-minded community. The freedom to conduct financial transactions without government or institutional interference is viewed as a leap towards a better autonomy for individuals. Blockchain, the technology behind bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, has taken off in countless directions for applications in numerous industries, including the very industry it initially sought to…

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As more attention is placed on food quality, organic products, and the avoidance of genetically modified foods, consumers are demanding a way to know where their food is coming from and how it is treated and handled before it reaches their tables. Fortunately, traceability and transparency are two things blockchain technology is equipped to deliver. Farm to Table Tracking In…

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Widespread blockchain fervor is producing some fascinating concepts and uses cases for the new technology. In every niche, there seems to be someone who sees the potential and strives for implementation. Not surprisingly, financial institutions seem to be at the forefront of blockchain experimentation, but regardless, blockchain has made its way well beyond finance and currency and is appearing in some…

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As the demand for highly skilled developers, engineers, and innovators in the blockchain and cryptocurrency arenas is rising faster than Bitcoin, itself, many higher education institutions are stepping up to the plate offering courses, clubs, research lab opportunities, and even degrees. How Is Higher Education Keeping up with Blockchain? It is no longer a question of if blockchain will impact…

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Recently, significant attention has been given to the limited number of women involved in the crypto space. This limited number applies not only to investors and coin holders but also to innovators and developers in the area. As women comprise about half of the population, their shortage in the cryptosphere hints at what could be a significant factor in crypto’s…

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