blockchain
Meaning: A decentralised digital ledger that records transactions across many computers in a way that makes the records extremely difficult to alter retroactively.
Blockchain technology underpins most cryptocurrencies but has broader applications in supply chain management, healthcare records, and voting systems. Each 'block' contains a batch of transactions, and these blocks are linked in a chronological 'chain.' The technology is valued for its transparency and resistance to tampering. It is frequently discussed in both technical and business contexts.
Examples
- The company is exploring blockchain technology to improve transparency in its supply chain. 该公司正在探索区块链技术以提高其供应链的透明度。La empresa está explorando la tecnología de cadena de bloques para mejorar la transparencia de su cadena de suministro.その企業はサプライチェーンの透明性を向上させるためにブロックチェーン技術を検討している。그 기업은 공급망의 투명성을 향상시키기 위해 블록체인 기술을 검토하고 있다.
- Blockchain has the potential to revolutionise how medical records are stored and shared. 区块链有可能彻底改变医疗记录的存储和共享方式。La cadena de bloques tiene el potencial de revolucionar el modo en que se almacenan y comparten los historiales médicos.ブロックチェーンは医療記録の保存・共有方法を根本的に変える可能性を秘めている。블록체인은 의료 기록의 저장 및 공유 방식을 근본적으로 변화시킬 잠재력을 지니고 있다.
- The research team published a paper on the energy consumption of blockchain networks. 研究团队发表了一篇关于区块链网络能耗的论文。El equipo de investigación publicó un artículo sobre el consumo energético de las redes de cadena de bloques.研究チームはブロックチェーンネットワークのエネルギー消費に関する論文を発表した。연구팀은 블록체인 네트워크의 에너지 소비에 관한 논문을 발표했다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: professional, media, academic
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
A compound of 'block' (from Old French bloc, a log or trunk) and 'chain' (from Latin catena). Conceptualised by an anonymous figure known as Satoshi Nakamoto in a 2008 white paper.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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