Blockchain: Trustworthy or a Scam?
This educational video titled "Blockchain: Trustworthy or a Scam?" explores the implications of blockchain technology in decentralization and its impact on societal power dynamics. The video delves into key concepts like immutability, which ensures data integrity in a world prone to deep fakes and corruption exposure. It explains how blockchain can enhance financial infrastructure by facilitating quick regional funding in crisis situations. The video also addresses the empowerment of users over their data and privacy, contrasts centralized and decentralized systems, and examines cryptocurrency's volatility. The need for government regulation to protect users and prevent fraud in the crypto space is underscored. This content aligns with the U.S. school curriculum by encouraging critical thinking about technology's role in society.
Media Details
Runtime: 4 minutes 16 seconds
- Topic: Business, Education, Technology
- Subtopic: Computers, Digital Literacy, Economics, Financial Literacy, Technology
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2023
- Producer/Distributor: code.org
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