What’s the difference between DApps and blockchain platforms?
If you are a potential investor in the blockchain space it can be difficult to differentiate between all the companies claiming to be the next ‘disruptor’ of an industry. The conflating of terms like blockchain technology, smart contracts and decentralised applications (DApps) can be confusing for many. Nonetheless, understanding what the project really entails, and whether it will actually be 'decentralized' remains a crucial part of any investor due diligence
Microsoft now offering several Blockchains as a Service at Azure
Microsoft’s web service suite Azure has been gathering partners lately in the bitcoin space, namely the many startups that offer their own private blockchains to banks, including Ethereum and Ripple.
Eris Industries: Decentralize Any Application or Organization
The Venture Capital backed company has released a platform providing the tools to create any number of adjustable blockchains, allowing legacy institutions to re-tool with the disruptive technology.
