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From research recently carried out by a LinkedIn branch dedicated to training, blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) will be the most requested hard skill this year (2020).

Most, if not all, digital systems are exposed to cyber security risks, thus, it is vital to innovate solutions to protect them and record proof of possible attacks.

Twenty years since the introduction of cloud computing, Small and medium Enterprises are Embracing technology Globally. In Italy, many firms adopted technology to improve business efficiency. IBM introduced business hubs focusing on integrating computing for Small and medium-sized businesses in Italy.

The use and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ether, Ripple and others, has continued to grow worldwide. Nevertheless, a lot of cryptocurrency maniacs cannot manage to purchase expensive paraphernalia to carry out mining and that is the reason why they decide to seek other best alternatives such as cloud services, that can properly work for them.

Cloud mining provides an established system to mine a digital asset like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, etc. without installing all the hardware and other necessary equipment. There are some firms which enable people to create accounts with them and go ahead to take part in the practice of mining for a simple cost. The practice enables the process to be globally accessible by massive participants. There are so far 3 models including hosted, virtual host and leased hashing power.

As bitcoin price surged above $11,000, hitting its highest level since March 5, 2018, it’s probably time to realize the inevitability of digital currency. The best way to get it is obviously to extract it. Unfortunately, at this point of market development, traditional mining requires considerable expenditures in order to be profitable, thus losing its attractiveness for the regular user. In the meantime, cloud mining steps onto the scene to propose convenient and secure methods of obtaining the same value while making minimum efforts.

IBM announces the launch of the IBM Blockchain Platform upgrade, which features a novel extension for Visual Studio (VS) Code, a wide range of industry code models and important tutorials, and the capability to effortlessly change rom development to experiment to production from within one console. The malleable blockchain-based platform is designed on a well-fared open source blockchain which can execute in almost any structure.

The Seattle-based giant Starbucks is exploring the Azure Blockchain Cloud Service from Microsoft to track coffee. The partnership will also use other major innovative technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT), cryptocurrency, etc., to strengthen its bean-to-cup and further resolve prevailing problems in various sections of services.

Bitcoin mining remains a quite popular activity since the cryptocurrency reached its all-time high of almost $20,000 in late 2017. Aside from traditional ways of getting crypto, customers can approach special companies offering cloud mining services. Here is a list of the major advantages and disadvantages of this virtual way of making crypto.